Elementary School Teacher Salary in Kentucky
A elementary school teacher in Kentucky earns an estimated $58,300 a year ($28.03 an hour). Most workers fall from $39,600 to $84,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Elementary School Teacher pay in Kentucky
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $39,600 | $19.04 |
| Median (estimate) | $58,300 | $28.03 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $84,500 | $40.63 |
| US national median | $63,700 | $30.63 |
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 $46,692 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,795.85 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Kentucky paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Kentucky?
About $58,300 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.