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Childcare Workers Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #40 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Kentucky earn between $21,860 and $39,550. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in Kentucky is $30,520, about 12.9% below the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $15/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $35,100 | $33,910 | 850 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $30,150 | $33,280 | 1,720 |
| Owensboro, KY | $29,150 | $29,430 | 170 |
| Elizabethtown, KY | $28,940 | $28,360 | 90 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $27,860 | $28,380 | 650 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $26,800 | $27,300 | 90 |
| East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $26,780 | $26,760 | 300 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $26,510 | $26,940 | 430 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Kentucky?
The median childcare workers salary in Kentucky is $28,920 per year (mean $30,520), and about 80% earn between $21,860 and $39,550.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $15 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $30,520 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Kentucky ranks #40 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $30,520 is about 12.9% below the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for childcare workers are Lexington-Fayette, KY ($35,100), Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($30,150), Owensboro, KY ($29,150), by median annual wage.