Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $64,160 | $68,972 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.85 | $33.16 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,131.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Kentucky is $64,160, or about $30.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Kentucky is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,360 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $64,160, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.