Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$43.44/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Kentucky is $43.44 per hour. This is 19% lower than the US average of $51.62.
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$43.44/hour
Kentucky
19% lower than the US average.
$51.62/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Only Frankfort, Kentucky reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $42 per hour. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Nurse Managers is $43 per hour — Frankfort, Kentucky pays 4% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfort, Kentucky | $42 | $42 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Maryland ($56) and Pennsylvania ($52). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Nurse Managers is $43 per hour — Virginia pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $58 | $62 |
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $55 |
| Georgia | $48 | $53 |
| West Virginia | $45 | $47 |
| Ohio | $44 | $51 |
| Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $37 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Nurse Managers is $43 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 15% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $42 |
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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