Electrician Salary in Kentucky
A electrician in Kentucky earns an estimated $57,100 a year ($27.45 an hour). Most workers fall from $38,800 to $82,800, depending on experience and employer.
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Electrician pay in Kentucky
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $38,800 | $18.65 |
| Median (estimate) | $57,100 | $27.45 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $82,800 | $39.81 |
| US national median | $62,350 | $29.98 |
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 $45,776 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,760.61 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Kentucky paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Kentucky?
About $57,100 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.