Lawyers salary in Kentucky
How much does a lawyer make in Kentucky?
The median lawyer in Kentucky earns $101,550 a year, and the mean is $120,730 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Kentucky #48 of 51 states and is $58,120 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $101,550 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $120,730 |
| People employed | 5,770 |
| Rank among states (median) | #48 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- West Virginia: $102,420 median
- South Dakota: $102,040 median
- Wyoming: $100,130 median
- Arkansas: $98,880 median
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