Accountants and Auditors pay in Lexington-Fayette
In Lexington-Fayette (KY), the median pay for accountants and auditors is $37.40 an hour ($77,780 a year). About 1,830 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($83,680). It is 3% higher than the Kentucky median ($75,270).
Pay range for accountants and auditors in Lexington-Fayette (KY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.92 | $53,900 |
| 25% of workers | $30.17 | $62,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.40 | $77,780 |
| 75% of workers | $47.83 | $99,490 |
| 90% of workers | $60.52 | $125,880 |
Accountants and Auditors pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Owensboro | $77,800 | 250 |
| Lexington-Fayette (this page) | $77,780 | 1,830 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $76,320 | 4,590 |
| Elizabethtown | $74,020 | 250 |
| Paducah | $73,650 | 280 |
| Bowling Green | $71,540 | 390 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for accountants and auditors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 115,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Lexington-Fayette (KY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $48,000 |
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