Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Olathe, KS
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$56.14/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Olathe, KS is $56.14 per hour. This is 15% higher than the Kansas average of $47.51.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Olathe, KS compared to State and National Averages
$56.14/hour
Olathe, KS
10% higher than the US average.
$47.51/hour
Kansas
7% lower than the US average.
$50.67/hour
United States
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Olathe Compare to Other Cities
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Olathe Compare to Other Cities
Lenexa, Kansas
$56/hour
This is equal to the Olathe average
Overland Park, Kansas
$49/hour
This is 14% lower than the Olathe average of $56.14.
Kansas City, Missouri
$47/hour
This is 21% lower than the Olathe average of $56.14.
What cities in Kansas pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Lenexa, Kansas pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Olathe, Kansas ($56) and Overland Park, Kansas ($49). Lenexa, Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Olathe, KS average for Registered Nurses is $56 per hour, roughly in line with Lenexa, Kansas.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, Kansas | $56 | $59 |
| Olathe, Kansas | $56 | $59 |
| Overland Park, Kansas | $49 | $59 |
| Wichita, Kansas | $44 | $59 |
| Kansas City, Kansas | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Olathe?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $31 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $32. For comparison, the Olathe, KS average for Registered Nurses is $56 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 44% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $31 | $32 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Research Medical Center
- Olathe, KS
$40-59/hour
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