Financial Examiners pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for financial examiners is $36.66 an hour ($76,260 a year). About 640 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($94,160). Kentucky ranks 40th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for financial examiners in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.23 | $50,400 |
| 25% of workers | $30.41 | $63,260 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.66 | $76,260 |
| 75% of workers | $50.73 | $105,510 |
| 90% of workers | $65.18 | $135,570 |
Financial Examiners pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $89,730 | 120 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $87,390 | 170 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for financial examiners
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 4,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $75,270 |
| Loan Officers | $62,090 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $81,660 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $67,150 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $57,240 |
| Tax Preparers | $36,620 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $79,830 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $65,690 |
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