Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$44.38/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse in Kentucky is $44.38 per hour. This is 21% lower than the US average of $53.62.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.38/hour
Kentucky
21% lower than the US average.
$53.62/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Only Virginia reports pay data for Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Virginia pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $50 | $54 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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