Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $104,100 | $132,782 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.05 | $63.84 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $115,410.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in Kentucky is $104,100, or about $50.05 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. Kentucky is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,190 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $104,100, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.