Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary
$2,215/week
The average salary for a Travel Mental Health Nurse in Kentucky is $2,215 per week. This is 3% higher than the US average of $2,154.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on 15 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Mental Health Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$2,215/week
Kentucky
3% higher than the US average.
$2,154/week
United States
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Travel Mental Health Nurses?
Only Louisville, Kentucky reports pay data for Travel Mental Health Nurses, averaging $2,360 per week. Louisville, Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,515. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $2,215 per week — Louisville, Kentucky pays 7% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, Kentucky | $2,360 | $2,515 |
How does the pay for Travel Mental Health Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $2,126 per week, followed by Missouri ($1,965) and Virginia ($1,908). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,700. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $2,215 per week — Illinois pays 4% less.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $2,126 | $2,563 |
| Missouri | $1,965 | $2,700 |
| Virginia | $1,908 | $2,603 |
| Ohio | $1,902 | $2,300 |
| North Carolina | $1,832 | $2,537 |
| Tennessee | $1,807 | $2,032 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Mental Health Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Care Career pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $2,580 per week, followed by Genie Healthcare ($2,515) and Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. ($2,436). Prime Staffing has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,654. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $2,215 per week — Care Career pays 16% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Care Career | $2,580 | $2,580 |
| Genie Healthcare | $2,515 | $2,515 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. | $2,436 | $2,436 |
| Prime Staffing | $2,373 | $2,654 |
| TotalMed RN | $2,302 | $2,506 |
| Host Healthcare | $2,239 | $2,443 |
| Coast Medical Service | $2,199 | $2,466 |
| ADN Healthcare | $2,115 | $2,115 |
| Supplemental Health Care | $1,953 | $2,030 |
| HCS 247 | $1,951 | $1,951 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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Behavioral Health RN
- Prestonsburg, Kentucky
- Highlands Regional Medical Center
- TotalMed RN and 3 others
UP TO $2,654/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
- Harlan, Kentucky
- Harlan ARH Hospital
- TotalMed RN and 1 other
UP TO $2,654/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Harlan, Kentucky
- Harlan ARH Hospital
- TotalMed RN and 3 others
UP TO $2,654/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Prestonsburg, KY
- Prime Staffing
- 4x12 hrs
$2,654/week
Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
- Harlan, KY
- Prime Staffing
- 4x12 hrs
$2,654/week
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