Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $81,660 | $104,114 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.26 | $50.05 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $90,532.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $90,900 | $63,700 | $131,950 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Financial Analyst in Kentucky is $81,660, or about $39.26 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Analysts is $104,114. Kentucky is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level financial analysts in Kentucky typically earn from $63,700 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,460 financial analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $81,660, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.