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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Louisville, KY
Utilization Review Nurses in the Louisville area earn a median of $39.04 per hour, about $81,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.69 and $47.02. That ranks 211th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 211th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Louisville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Louisville.
- $39.04median pay per hour, Louisville/Jefferson County
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 17,300utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Louisville, KY
The metro median is 2% above the Kentucky statewide median of $38.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 17,300 registered nurses employed in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area, 25.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.43 | $63,290 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.69 | $78,400 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.04 | $81,200 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.02 | $97,800 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.34 | $110,950 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Louisville ranks
- 211th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 211th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Kentucky metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Louisville/Jefferson County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.04 median hour buys what $41.95 buys at the national price level, 7% below 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 Louisville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,405
- Per year: $70,272
- Per month: $5,856
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Louisville
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville Va Medical Center Louisville, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Louisville Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Norton Hospitals, Inc Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Louisville Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Central State Hospital Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Dupont Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Kmi Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, IN | 12 mi | $39.04/hr | 52,912 |
| Lexington, KY | 65 mi | $39.80/hr | 329,437 |
| Columbus, IN | 74 mi | $36.62/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 84 mi | $37.66/hr | 79,986 |
| Owensboro, KY | 85 mi | $38.23/hr | 60,675 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 91 mi | $39.32/hr | 314,915 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Kentucky · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kentucky
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
Kentucky taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Louisville, KY?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area have a median pay of $39.04 per hour, about $81,200 a year. The middle half earn between $37.69 and $47.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Louisville a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Louisville/Jefferson County ranks 211th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 211th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Louisville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville, led by Louisville Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Louisville as an utilization review nurse?
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Louisville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Louisville and across Kentucky. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Louisville.
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- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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