May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Paducah
Paducah, KY-IL
207 occupations
Across 207 occupations with published wages in Paducah, physicians, all other record the highest median at $378,880 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Paducah
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $378,880 | 80 | |
| 2 | Anesthesiologists | $350,260 | 40 | |
| 3 | Family Medicine Physicians | $234,140 | 40 | |
| 4 | Chief Executives | $148,710 | 40 | |
| 5 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $143,940 | 60 | |
| 6 | Pharmacists | $134,810 | 130 | |
| 7 | Sales Managers | $132,660 | 130 | |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $130,300 | 80 | |
| 9 | Physician Assistants | $124,990 | 60 | |
| 10 | Nurse Practitioners | $124,200 | 110 | |
| 11 | Administrative Services Managers | $117,840 | 70 | |
| 12 | Financial Managers | $114,460 | 130 | |
| 13 | Industrial Production Managers | $113,380 | 110 | |
| 14 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $109,890 | 60 | |
| 15 | Facilities Managers | $106,820 | 50 | |
| 16 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $105,460 | 210 | |
| 17 | Industrial Engineers | $102,270 | 80 | |
| 18 | Civil Engineers | $100,950 | 80 | |
| 19 | Physical Therapists | $99,330 | 80 | |
| 20 | Software Developers | $99,260 | 140 | |
| 21 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $98,130 | 110 | |
| 22 | Construction Managers | $97,660 | 90 | |
| 23 | Managers, All Other | $97,470 | 40 | |
| 24 | Lawyers | $96,960 | 150 | |
| 25 | Management Analysts | $96,080 | 60 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 1,800 | $28,390 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,720 | $79,920 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,440 | $75,470 |
| Cashiers | 1,400 | $28,550 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 1,160 | $27,640 |
| Sailors and Marine Oilers | 1,070 | $47,550 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,010 | $29,280 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 940 | $38,110 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 860 | $36,460 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | 810 | $38,340 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $20,800 | 30 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $23,730 | 30 |
| Bartenders | $26,350 | 180 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,440 | 190 |
| Childcare Workers | $26,800 | 90 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,030 | 120 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $27,210 | 480 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,640 | 1,160 |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $28,010 | 240 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $28,350 | 40 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.