Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $82,630 | $98,562 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.73 | $47.39 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $91,608.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $84,403 | $59,150 | $113,750 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Web Developer in Kentucky is $82,630, or about $39.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Web Developers is $98,562. Kentucky is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level web developers in Kentucky typically earn from $59,150 depending on the city and employer.
With 270 web developer jobs on record and a median salary of $82,630, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.