Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for tree trimmers and pruners is $21.35 an hour ($44,410 a year). About 1,020 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($50,960). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tree trimmers and pruners in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.93 | $26,890 |
| 25% of workers | $18.53 | $38,540 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.35 | $44,410 |
| 75% of workers | $22.17 | $46,110 |
| 90% of workers | $27.62 | $57,440 |
Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $43,870 | 140 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tree trimmers and pruners
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $45,710 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $36,670 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $57,780 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $40,400 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $33,050 |
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