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Nurse Manager & Leadership jobs in Lenexa, KS
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Lenexa area earn a median of $55.28 per hour, about $114,990 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $45.47 and $69.57. That ranks 123rd of 377 U.S. metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay, and 77th of 333 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Lenexa and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Lenexa and what they pay.
- $55.28median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $45–$70typical range per hour
- 3,880nurse manager & leaderships employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 10% above the Kansas statewide median of $50.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 3,880 medical and health services managers employed in the Kansas City metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.69 | $70,080 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.47 | $94,580 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $55.28 | $114,990 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $69.57 | $144,710 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $89.62 | $186,410 | 58% above U.S. median |
How Lenexa ranks
- 123rd of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse manager & leadership. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Lenexa
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $55.28 median hour buys what $59.73 buys at the national price level, 5% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Lenexa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,990
- Per year: $99,504
- Per month: $8,292
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lenexa
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel nurse manager & leadership assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Lenexa
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lenexa. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse manager & leaderships.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimally Invasive Surgery Hospital Lenexa, KS | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Johnson County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Johnson County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee, KS | 4 mi | $55.28/hr | 69,724 |
| Olathe, KS | 6 mi | $55.28/hr | 149,035 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $50.28/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $51.20/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 55 mi | $48.07/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 98 mi | $51.37/hr | 54,700 |
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License and tax basics in Kansas
Kansas is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Kansas license by endorsement.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse manager & leaderships make in Lenexa, KS?
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $55.28 per hour, about $114,990 a year. The middle half earn between $45.47 and $69.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lenexa a good place for nurse manager & leaderships once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 77th of 333 metro areas for nurse manager & leadership pay after adjusting for local prices, and 123rd of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse manager & leaderships in Lenexa?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Kansas City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lenexa.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lenexa as a nurse manager & leadership?
Kansas is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Kansas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lenexa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Johnson County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lenexa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lenexa is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Global Nursing RecruitersKansas, KS · 1 wage offer$49.25/ hr$49–$49
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 4 postings$121.16/ hr$90–$148
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 6 postings$93.11/ hr$78–$157
- Veterans Health AdministrationLong Beach, CA · 3 postings$80.49/ hr$48–$110
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