Veterinarians pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for veterinarians is $50.05 an hour ($104,100 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Kentucky ranks 43rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.25 | $44,200 |
| 25% of workers | $35.54 | $73,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.05 | $104,100 |
| 75% of workers | $65.65 | $136,550 |
| 90% of workers | $81.36 | $169,220 |
Veterinarians pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $109,050 | 330 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $108,000 | 360 |
| Bowling Green | $97,260 | 40 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinarians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $327,390 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,140 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $39,590 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $241,530 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $169,390 |
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Pharmacists | $136,530 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,710 |
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