Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in South Central Kentucky
365 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in South Central Kentucky belongs to Physicians, All Other, at $394,530 per year. The lowest published median is $18,720.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $18,720 | 80 |
| School Bus Monitors | $20,270 | 120 |
| Floral Designers | $21,310 | 50 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $22,320 | 3,770 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $22,810 | 90 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $22,840 | 30 |
| Sewing Machine Operators | $23,020 | 490 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $23,150 | 1,820 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $23,370 | 1,210 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $23,440 | 2,000 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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