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RN - Utilization Management Analyst - PRN
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Columbia, MO
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Columbia area centers on $39.12 per hour, or about $81,370 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.98 and the upper quarter over $45.03. That ranks 206th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 137th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Columbia. The free report below lists employers near Columbia and what they pay.
- $39.12median pay per hour, Columbia
- $32–$45typical range per hour
- 3,640utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Columbia, MO
The metro median is 2% above the Missouri statewide median of $38.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,640 registered nurses employed in the Columbia metro area, 34.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.65 | $59,590 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.98 | $66,520 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.12 | $81,370 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.03 | $93,660 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.33 | $102,610 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 206th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 137th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Missouri 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 Columbia run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.12 median hour buys what $43.74 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Columbia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,408
- Per year: $70,416
- Per month: $5,868
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Columbia
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Hospital Center Columbia, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Columbia Mo Va Medical Center Columbia, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Missouri Health Care Columbia, MO | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centerpointe Hospital Of Columbia Columbia, MO | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Fallon, MO | 87 mi | $39.69/hr | 95,355 |
| St. Peters, MO | 93 mi | $39.69/hr | 61,398 |
| St. Charles, MO | 98 mi | $39.69/hr | 72,458 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 104 mi | $39.73/hr | 61,246 |
| Florissant, MO | 108 mi | $39.69/hr | 51,290 |
| Independence, MO | 109 mi | $39.73/hr | 121,629 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Missouri · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Missouri
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
Missouri 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 Columbia, MO?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $39.12 per hour, about $81,370 a year. The middle half earn between $31.98 and $45.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 137th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 206th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Columbia?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia, led by Boone Hospital Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Columbia as an utilization review nurse?
Missouri 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 Missouri license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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