Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,490 | $79,739 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.08 | $38.34 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $67,062.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Kentucky is $60,490, or about $29.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Kentucky is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,890 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $60,490, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.