Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,090 | $75,854 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.85 | $36.47 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,836.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Loan Officer in Kentucky is $62,090, or about $29.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Loan Officers is $75,854. Kentucky is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level loan officers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,940 loan officer jobs on record and a median salary of $62,090, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.