Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
Average Travel Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$2,055/week
The average salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Kentucky is $2,055 per week. This is 2% lower than the US average of $2,092.
Last updated on July 5, 2026. Based on 560 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
Travel Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$2,055/week
Kentucky
2% lower than the US average.
$2,092/week
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Travel Med Surg Nurses?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pikeville, Kentucky | $2,436 | $2,908 |
| Henderson, Kentucky | $2,354 | $2,772 |
| Owensboro, Kentucky | $2,190 | $2,190 |
How does the pay for Travel Med Surg Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Med Surg Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $2,210 | $3,457 |
| Ohio | $2,156 | $3,529 |
| Virginia | $2,106 | $3,276 |
| Missouri | $2,049 | $3,846 |
| Alabama | $1,974 | $3,131 |
| North Carolina | $1,974 | $3,489 |
| Tennessee | $1,934 | $3,547 |
| Georgia | $1,899 | $2,981 |
| Mississippi | $1,745 | $3,415 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tripod Partners USA | $3,430 | $3,430 |
| Pikeville Health | $2,908 | $2,908 |
| Refined Medical Staffing | $2,899 | $3,306 |
| Heal Horizon Inc | $2,880 | $2,880 |
| The Good Life MedStaff | $2,746 | $2,746 |
| Modern Healthcare Solutions | $2,728 | $2,728 |
| SambaTraveler | $2,646 | $2,646 |
| Talent4Health | $2,433 | $2,468 |
| Assured Nursing | $2,411 | $2,766 |
| Prodware Solutions LLC | $2,408 | $2,408 |
Last updated on July 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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View job details for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
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Travel Contract
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
- Pikeville, Kentucky
- Pikeville Medical Center
- The Good Life MedStaff and 1 other
UP TO $2,746/wk
Posted 5 hours ago
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
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Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Richmond, Kentucky
- KY-Richmond-370 Highland Park Dr Ste 2-40475
- GHR Healthcare - Travel and 1 other
UP TO $2,380/wk
Posted 1 hour ago
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
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Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- La Grange, Kentucky
- KY-Lagrange-2206 Commerce Pkwy Ste A-40031
- GHR Healthcare - Travel and 2 others
UP TO $2,380/wk
Posted 1 hour ago
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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN - Ambulatory Cardiology
6 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract
Medical-Surgical RN - Ambulatory Cardiology
- Lexington, Kentucky
- University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
- Triage Staffing and 5 others
UP TO $2,262/wk
Posted 3 hours ago
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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN
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Travel Contract
Medical-Surgical RN
- Mayfield, Kentucky
- Jackson Purchase Medical Center
- Meda Health and 10 others
UP TO $2,135/wk
Posted 9 days ago
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