Computer Programmers pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for computer programmers is $45.60 an hour ($94,850 a year). About 950 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($100,390). Kentucky ranks 23rd of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer programmers in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.80 | $61,990 |
| 25% of workers | $38.61 | $80,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.60 | $94,850 |
| 75% of workers | $60.28 | $125,380 |
| 90% of workers | $67.53 | $140,460 |
Computer Programmers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $105,050 | 0 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $90,850 | 130 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer programmers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: -7.3% over ten years, declining · about 4,400 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $87,020 |
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| Computer Network Architects | $103,740 |
| Information Security Analysts | $103,630 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $79,100 |
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