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Family Medicine Physicians Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #29 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of family medicine physicianss in Kentucky earn between $108,750 and $487,240. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean family medicine physicians salary in Kentucky is $254,740, about 0.4% below the U.S. average ($255,820). That works out to roughly $122/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $283,070 | $288,310 | 130 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $280,050 | $304,930 | 280 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $237,650 | $289,780 | 210 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $234,140 | $226,420 | 40 |
| Owensboro, KY | $224,740 | $221,120 | 30 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $215,940 | $224,640 | 100 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $181,120 | $202,390 | 150 |
| West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $147,460 | $194,160 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do family medicine physicians make in Kentucky?
The median family medicine physicians salary in Kentucky is $248,730 per year (mean $254,740), and about 80% earn between $108,750 and $487,240.
How much do family medicine physicians make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $122 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $254,740 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for family medicine physicians?
Kentucky ranks #29 of 51 states for family medicine physicians pay. Its mean salary of $254,740 is about 0.4% below the U.S. average of $255,820.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay family medicine physicians the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for family medicine physicians are East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area ($283,070), Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($280,050), Lexington-Fayette, KY ($237,650), by median annual wage.