Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,550 | $51,589 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.38 | $24.80 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,608.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Kentucky is $46,550, or about $22.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Kentucky is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 23,480 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $46,550, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.