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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #32 of 50 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in Kentucky earn between $44,980 and $79,920. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Kentucky is $59,670, about 14% below the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro, KY | $65,430 | $61,190 | 70 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $63,950 | $64,310 | 300 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $61,720 | $59,000 | 110 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $61,630 | $67,290 | 560 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $61,530 | $60,730 | 60 |
| West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $59,800 | $56,330 | 230 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $56,320 | $54,530 | 280 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $56,310 | $54,200 | 300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in Kentucky?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Kentucky is $60,280 per year (mean $59,670), and about 80% earn between $44,980 and $79,920.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,670 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
Kentucky ranks #32 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $59,670 is about 14% below the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for kindergarten teachers, except special education are Owensboro, KY ($65,430), Lexington-Fayette, KY ($63,950), Bowling Green, KY ($61,720), by median annual wage.
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