Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,280 | $66,997 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.98 | $32.21 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,829.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Kentucky is $60,280, or about $28.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Kentucky is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,450 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $60,280, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.