Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,610 | $55,733 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.18 | $26.79 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,978.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $51,524 | $31,850 | $109,200 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Kentucky is $58,610, or about $28.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Kentucky is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Kentucky typically earn from $31,850 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,120 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $58,610, Kentucky offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.