Registered Nurse salary in Kansas
Registered Nurses in Kansas earn a median of $37.53 per hour, about $78,060 a year, 17% below the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $32.11 and $40.88 per hour. The highest median among Kansas metro areas is in Lawrence, KS, at $38.23 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $37.53median pay per hour
- $78,060median pay per year
- 32,640registered nurses employed in Kansas
- #45of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Kansas: percentiles
| Level | Kansas per hour | Kansas per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.15 | $60,630 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $32.11 | $66,790 | $37.79 |
| Median | $37.53 | $78,060 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $40.88 | $85,030 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $47.05 | $97,860 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Kansas
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Kansas median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | $38.23 | $79,510 | 790 | 2% above | $42.36 |
| Topeka, KS | $37.92 | $78,870 | 3,170 | 1% above | $42.69 |
| Manhattan, KS | $37.29 | $77,570 | 760 | 1% below | $41.36 |
| Wichita, KS | $35.48 | $73,790 | 7,290 | 5% below | $39.89 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Kansas
- 14roles with published pay
- $40.21median pay per hour
- $31–$59typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CommonSpirit Health | 9 | $39.14 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 4 | $50.03 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $46.53 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 14 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Kansas?
The median is $37.53 per hour, about $78,060 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $29.15 and the top 10% earn over $47.05 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Kansas city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Kansas metro areas, Lawrence, KS has the highest median at $38.23 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Kansas rank for registered nurse pay?
Kansas ranks 45th of 50 states by median registered nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationTopeka, KS · 4 postings$50.03/ hr$34–$66
- Lawrence Memorial HospitalLawrence, KS · 2 wage offers$41.82/ hr$41–$42
- CommonSpirit HealthGarden City, KS · 9 postings$39.14/ hr$28–$52
- Lifeline Nursing Solutions, LLCKansas City, KS · 3 wage offers$36.62/ hr$37–$37
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14 RN postings with published pay in Kansas, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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