Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $128,650 | $146,653 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $61.85 | $70.51 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $142,627.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $122,996 | $68,250 | $159,250 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Kentucky is $128,650, or about $61.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Kentucky is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Kentucky typically earn from $68,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,650 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $128,650, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.