Automotive Service Technicians Salary in Kentucky
Median Annual Salary
$39,940
$19.20/hr
Salary Range
$28,070 – $68,830
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
10,910
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$44,876
real purchasing power
19.6% below the national median ($49,670)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$28,070 (entry)$39,940 (median)$68,830 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+21.7%
$9,605 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $46,640 | 3,590 |
| Paducah | $43,610 | 290 |
| Bowling Green | $43,050 | 470 |
| Owensboro | $42,210 | 280 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $40,500 | 1,440 |
| Elizabethtown | $38,920 | 340 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.