Bus & Truck Mechanics Salary in Kentucky
Median Annual Salary
$53,030
$25.49/hr
Salary Range
$37,860 – $77,260
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
3,920
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$59,584
real purchasing power
12.5% below the national median ($60,640)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$37,860 (entry)$53,030 (median)$77,260 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+27.3%
$13,130 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Paducah | $59,530 | 100 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $59,300 | 1,470 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $57,800 | 420 |
| Elizabethtown | $50,470 | 110 |
| Bowling Green | $49,110 | 190 |
| Owensboro | $48,790 | 70 |
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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.