Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,890 | $61,458 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.99 | $29.55 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,310.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Kentucky is $49,890, or about $23.99 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Kentucky is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,800 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $49,890, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.