Accountant Salary in Kentucky
A accountant in Kentucky earns an estimated $74,800 a year ($35.96 an hour). Most workers fall from $50,900 to $108,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Accountant pay in Kentucky
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $50,900 | $24.47 |
| Median (estimate) | $74,800 | $35.96 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $108,500 | $52.16 |
| US national median | $81,700 | $39.28 |
The Kentucky estimate is 8% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Kentucky keeps about $58,460 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,248.45 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Kentucky paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Kentucky?
About $74,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.