Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics Salary in Kentucky
Median Annual Salary
$59,240
$28.48/hr
Salary Range
$36,800 – $79,130
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
2,330
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$66,562
real purchasing power
7.4% below the national median ($63,980)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$36,800 (entry)$59,240 (median)$79,130 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$9,770 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $62,060 | 760 |
| Elizabethtown | $60,780 | 70 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $60,310 | 260 |
| Bowling Green | $59,240 | 120 |
| Paducah | $58,490 | 70 |
| Owensboro | $58,310 | 60 |
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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.