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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #15 of 47 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chemical equipment operators and tenderss in Kentucky earn between $39,470 and $91,430. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Kentucky is $61,950, about 2% above the U.S. average ($60,710). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown, KY | $67,510 | $62,360 | 240 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $63,500 | $66,930 | 400 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $63,490 | $66,350 | 920 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $60,830 | $65,140 | 190 |
| West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $55,700 | $60,880 | 650 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $49,020 | $48,350 | 140 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $45,820 | $51,870 | 270 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $44,220 | $52,020 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make in Kentucky?
The median chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in Kentucky is $57,530 per year (mean $61,950), and about 80% earn between $39,470 and $91,430.
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $61,950 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for chemical equipment operators and tenders?
Kentucky ranks #15 of 47 states for chemical equipment operators and tenders pay. Its mean salary of $61,950 is about 2% above the U.S. average of $60,710.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay chemical equipment operators and tenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for chemical equipment operators and tenders are Elizabethtown, KY ($67,510), Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area ($63,500), Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($63,490), by median annual wage.
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