Machinists Salary in Kentucky
Median Annual Salary
$53,630
$25.79/hr
Salary Range
$38,200 – $73,000
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
4,150
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.3%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$60,258
real purchasing power
4.5% below the national median ($56,150)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,200 (entry)$53,630 (median)$73,000 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+25.4%
$11,990 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Paducah | $59,700 | 110 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $57,910 | 330 |
| Elizabethtown | $57,290 | 80 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $57,280 | 1,140 |
| Bowling Green | $56,230 | 230 |
| Owensboro | $45,690 | 110 |
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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.