Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$44.25/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Kentucky is $44.25 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $48.59.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.25/hour
Kentucky
10% lower than the US average.
$48.59/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Georgia ($46) and Tennessee ($39). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Missouri pays 13% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $50 | $58 |
| Georgia | $46 | $53 |
| Tennessee | $39 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Surgical Stepdown Nurses, averaging $37 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $42 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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