Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary
$44.25/hour
The average salary for a Labor and Delivery Nurse in Kentucky is $44.25 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $51.23.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Labor and Delivery Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.25/hour
Kentucky
16% lower than the US average.
$51.23/hour
United States
How does the pay for Labor and Delivery Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Labor and Delivery Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Georgia ($52) and Tennessee ($40). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Virginia pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $57 | $62 |
| Georgia | $52 | $59 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Labor and Delivery Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Labor and Delivery Nurses, averaging $31 per hour. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 29% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $31 | $31 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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