Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $43,230 | $44,480 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.78 | $21.38 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $47,927.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Delivery Driver in Kentucky is $43,230, or about $20.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Delivery Drivers is $44,480. Kentucky is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level delivery drivers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 15,630 delivery driver jobs on record and a median salary of $43,230, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.