Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,120 | $71,125 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.38 | $34.19 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,761.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in Kentucky is $61,120, or about $29.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. Kentucky is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,040 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $61,120, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.