Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for veterinary technologists and technicians is $19.03 an hour ($39,590 a year). About 1,670 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($47,380). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinary technologists and technicians in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.70 | $28,490 |
| 25% of workers | $17.45 | $36,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.03 | $39,590 |
| 75% of workers | $22.38 | $46,560 |
| 90% of workers | $24.30 | $50,530 |
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $44,710 | 500 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $43,430 | 550 |
| Bowling Green | $35,960 | 60 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinary technologists and technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $39,270 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $69,670 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,800 |
| Phlebotomists | $42,480 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,140 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,490 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $60,980 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $39,200 |
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