Emergency Department Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary
Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary
$30.65/hour
The average salary for an Emergency Department Nurse in Kentucky is $30.65 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $41.63.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Emergency Department Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
Emergency Department Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$30.65/hour
Kentucky
36% lower than the US average.
$41.63/hour
United States
How does the pay for Emergency Department Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Emergency Department Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| Georgia | $37 | $53 |
| Virginia | $35 | $38 |
| Pennsylvania | $31 | $48 |
| Tennessee | $30 | $33 |
| Ohio | $29 | $41 |
| South Carolina | $23 | $23 |
Last updated on December 16, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Maysville, KY
- 5x8 hrs
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