Registered Nurses pay in Topeka
In Topeka (KS), the median pay for registered nurses is $39.34 an hour ($81,820 a year). About 3,190 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 3% higher than the Kansas median ($79,320).
Pay range for registered nurses in Topeka (KS)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.24 | $67,070 |
| 25% of workers | $37.76 | $78,550 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.34 | $81,820 |
| 75% of workers | $48.35 | $100,560 |
| 90% of workers | $50.14 | $104,280 |
Registered Nurses pay in Kansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Topeka (this page) | $81,820 | 3,190 |
| Manhattan | $78,960 | 810 |
| Lawrence | $78,020 | 700 |
| Wichita | $76,540 | 7,460 |
Kansas unemployment rate: 3.8% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Topeka (KS)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $38,720 |
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