Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Kansas City, MO
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$32.84/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Kansas City, MO is $32.84 per hour. This is 5% lower than the Missouri average of $34.38.
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Kansas City, MO compared to State and National Averages
$32.84/hour
Kansas City, MO
21% lower than the US average.
$34.38/hour
Missouri
15% lower than the US average.
$39.71/hour
United States
How Nursing Home Nurse Salaries in Kansas City Compare to Other Cities
How Nursing Home Nurse Salaries in Kansas City Compare to Other Cities
Kansas City, Kansas
$33/hour
This is equal to the Kansas City average
Overland Park, Kansas
$32/hour
This is 2% lower than the Kansas City average of $32.84.
Lawrence, Kansas
$29/hour
This is 13% lower than the Kansas City average of $32.84.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $50 | $57 |
| Independence, Missouri | $33 | $36 |
| Columbia, Missouri | $33 | $43 |
| Kansas City, Missouri | $33 | $36 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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