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Medical Assistants Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #45 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of medical assistantss in Kentucky earn between $32,950 and $47,940. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean medical assistants salary in Kentucky is $40,940, about 11.2% below the U.S. average ($46,120). That works out to roughly $20/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $44,450 | $43,680 | 4,140 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $40,370 | $42,550 | 2,210 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $39,360 | $40,630 | 450 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $39,270 | $39,430 | 600 |
| Elizabethtown, KY | $38,530 | $40,060 | 240 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $38,240 | $39,650 | 1,220 |
| East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $37,120 | $37,100 | 990 |
| Owensboro, KY | $37,020 | $38,820 | 280 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical assistants make in Kentucky?
The median medical assistants salary in Kentucky is $39,270 per year (mean $40,940), and about 80% earn between $32,950 and $47,940.
How much do medical assistants make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $20 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $40,940 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for medical assistants?
Kentucky ranks #45 of 51 states for medical assistants pay. Its mean salary of $40,940 is about 11.2% below the U.S. average of $46,120.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay medical assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for medical assistants are Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($44,450), Lexington-Fayette, KY ($40,370), Paducah, KY-IL ($39,360), by median annual wage.