Trauma ICU Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Trauma ICU Nurse Salary
$43.95/hour
The average salary for a Trauma ICU Nurse in Kentucky is $43.95 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $51.18.
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Trauma ICU Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$43.95/hour
Kentucky
16% lower than the US average.
$51.18/hour
United States
How does the pay for Trauma ICU Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Trauma ICU Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($54) and Georgia ($49). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Virginia pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $55 | $59 |
| North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $39 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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