Surgical ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Surgical ICU Nurse Salary
$44.13/hour
The average salary for a Surgical ICU Nurse in Kentucky is $44.13 per hour. This is 14% lower than the US average of $50.35.
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical ICU Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.13/hour
Kentucky
14% lower than the US average.
$50.35/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical ICU Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Surgical ICU Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Georgia ($46) and South Carolina ($39). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — North Carolina pays 13% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $50 | $58 |
| Georgia | $46 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $39 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $37 | $40 |
| Virginia | $36 | $38 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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