Paramedics pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for paramedics is $23.99 an hour ($49,890 a year). About 1,800 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Kentucky ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.25 | $40,050 |
| 25% of workers | $21.41 | $44,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.99 | $49,890 |
| 75% of workers | $29.58 | $61,530 |
| 90% of workers | $32.13 | $66,820 |
Paramedics pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $63,210 | 200 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $55,760 | 490 |
| Paducah | $53,980 | 60 |
| Bowling Green | $47,260 | 60 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Nursing Assistants | $38,370 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,270 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $60,460 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,800 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,750 |
| Anesthesiologists | $347,960 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $169,390 |
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