Healthcare jobs and pay in Kettering, OH
Kettering healthcare pay by profession, from the BLS metro-area wage data, with cost of living, hospitals and what travel assignments pay here. Registered nurses earn a median of $38.94 per hour. The free report adds named employers and open roles.
What healthcare pays in Kettering
| Profession | Median / hr | Typical range / hr | Median / year | Employed in metro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $38.94 | $37–$46 | $80,990 | 11,160 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $29.11 | $27–$31 | $60,560 | 2,820 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $18.73 | $18–$21 | $38,950 | 4,230 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $60.42 | $51–$65 | $125,680 | 920 |
| CRNA | $103.47 | $87–$112 | $215,210 | 230 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $37.76 | $31–$40 | $78,530 | 800 |
| CT Technologist | $37.76 | $31–$40 | $78,530 | 800 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $39.80 | $38–$45 | $82,780 | 520 |
| Surgical Technologist | $30.14 | $28–$35 | $62,680 | 260 |
| Physical Therapist | $49.15 | $40–$53 | $102,240 | 800 |
| Occupational Therapist | $48.40 | $39–$52 | $100,670 | 590 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $44.60 | $37–$50 | $92,770 | 510 |
| Medical Coder | $22.17 | $19–$29 | $46,110 | 470 |
| CDI Specialist | $25.02 | $21–$37 | $52,050 | 60 |
| Utilization Review Nurse | $38.94 | $37–$46 | $80,990 | 11,160 |
| Telehealth / Triage Nurse | $38.94 | $37–$46 | $80,990 | 11,160 |
| Patient Access Representative | $16.96 | $14–$19 | $35,270 | 2,160 |
| EHR / Epic Analyst | $48.14 | $38–$61 | $100,120 | 1,250 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialist | $34.75 | $27–$45 | $72,280 | 610 |
| Pharmacist | $64.49 | $62–$72 | $134,130 | 890 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $19.23 | $17–$23 | $39,990 | 1,510 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $23.86 | $20–$36 | $49,620 | 1,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $19.22 | $18–$22 | $39,990 | 540 |
| Nurse Informaticist | $38.94 | $37–$46 | $80,990 | 11,160 |
| Healthcare IT Support Specialist | $24.83 | $22–$30 | $51,650 | 1,970 |
| Biomedical Equipment Technician | $29.40 | $23–$38 | $61,150 | 150 |
| MRI Technologist | $41.54 | $38–$44 | $86,390 | 110 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $40.30 | $37–$47 | $83,820 | 280 |
| Echocardiography Technologist | $38.94 | $22–$42 | $80,990 | 160 |
| Cath Lab Technologist | $38.94 | $22–$42 | $80,990 | 160 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | $45.67 | $40–$48 | $94,990 | 50 |
| Physician Assistant | $62.85 | $50–$68 | $130,730 | 560 |
| Nurse Case Manager | $38.94 | $37–$46 | $80,990 | 11,160 |
| Nurse Manager & Leadership | $50.48 | $39–$66 | $105,000 | 1,770 |
| Registered Dietitian | $32.70 | $30–$37 | $68,010 | 180 |
| Clinical Social Worker | $29.55 | $24–$37 | $61,460 | 890 |
| Medical Assistant | $19.14 | $18–$22 | $39,810 | 1,510 |
| Sterile Processing Technician | $21.56 | $18–$23 | $44,850 | 310 |
| Medical Biller | $21.60 | $19–$25 | $44,920 | 1,150 |
| Dentist | $101.73 | $62–$115+ | $211,600 | 210 |
| Dental Specialist | $107.83 | $91–$115+ | $224,290 | — |
| Dental Hygienist | $38.52 | $38–$44 | $80,120 | 660 |
| Dental Assistant | $23.46 | $22–$29 | $48,800 | 840 |
| Dental Office Manager | $50.48 | $39–$66 | $105,000 | 1,770 |
| Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator | $19.09 | $18–$21 | $39,700 | 2,010 |
| Dental Lab Technician | $23.05 | $22–$28 | $47,950 | 90 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, for the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area (statewide where the metro figure is not published). Pick a profession for the full pay breakdown, rankings and open roles.
Cost of living in Kettering
- Overall prices in Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7).
- Housing runs 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.7).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Travel assignment per diem in Kettering
The federal per diem benchmark for travel assignments in Kettering is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on your tax home. See the travel pay calculator.
Hospitals in Kettering
CMS lists 1 hospital in Kettering.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering Health Main Campus | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Cities near Kettering
| City | Distance | RN median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OH | 7 mi | $38.94/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 18 mi | $39.32/hr | 52,291 |
| Springfield, OH | 25 mi | $37.11/hr | 58,138 |
| Hamilton, OH | 30 mi | $39.32/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 43 mi | $39.32/hr | 314,915 |
| Columbus, OH | 65 mi | $39.67/hr | 933,263 |
Common questions
How much do healthcare workers make in Kettering?
Registered nurses in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area earn a median of $38.94 per hour, about $80,990 a year (BLS, May 2024). The table above lists 46 professions with their own medians and ranges.
How many hospitals are in Kettering?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Kettering, Ohio.
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- Kettering Network ServicesKettering, OH · 2 wage offers$40.97/ hr$38–$48
- Veterans Health AdministrationDayton, OH · 7 postings$56.13/ hr$35–$79
- CommonSpirit HealthSpringfield, OH · 3 postings$46.52/ hr$37–$56
- Kettering Network ServicesHuber Heights, OH · 3 wage offers$45.29/ hr$38–$55
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