Registered Nurse Salary in Kansas

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Kansas.

Generated from 18 active jobs and 5 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$155,709

Hourly average

$74.86/hr

Low

$83,200

High

$210,132

Vs national

+58%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Kansas

5 pay samples
Low $83,200
Median $194,168
Mean $155,709
High $210,132
Low sample$83,200
Median$194,168
Mean$155,709
High sample$210,132

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$155,709
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$158,887

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$155,709
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$158,887
Estimated rent share8 cents of each gross-pay dollar

Compare another market

Does Kansas pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$155,709 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$127,681

$112,110$140,138

Mid Level

3-5 years

$155,709

$140,138$171,280

Experienced

6-10 years

$175,951

$158,823$193,079

Senior

10+ years

$202,422

$180,622$225,778

What Affects RN Pay in Kansas?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Kansas

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Kansas is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Kansas?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Kansas is based on 5 listed-pay job samples across 18 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Kansas?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 18 active registered nurse openings in Kansas.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T04:09:12.392Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.