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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #47 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Kentucky earn between $95,710 and $162,960. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nurse practitioners salary in Kentucky is $125,010, about 9% below the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $60/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro, KY | $128,780 | $129,790 | 150 |
| East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $124,920 | $118,390 | 510 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $124,200 | $122,990 | 110 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $123,070 | $127,400 | 540 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $122,900 | $126,690 | 1,580 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $120,010 | $122,360 | 500 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $119,910 | $120,700 | 450 |
| Elizabethtown, KY | $115,540 | $120,500 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Kentucky?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Kentucky is $122,870 per year (mean $125,010), and about 80% earn between $95,710 and $162,960.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $60 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $125,010 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Kentucky ranks #47 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $125,010 is about 9% below the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for nurse practitioners are Owensboro, KY ($128,780), East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area ($124,920), Paducah, KY-IL ($124,200), by median annual wage.