Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Kentucky

$30,368 $98,553
10th pct Median: $57,298 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,368
25th Percentile$41,255
50th (Median)$57,298
75th Percentile$79,071
90th (Top Earners)$98,553
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Kentucky median salary of $57,298 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $63,313 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Kentucky's lower cost of living (COL index: 90.5) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Kentucky?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kentucky earn a median annual salary of $57,298 per year ($27.55/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Kentucky a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Kentucky pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Kentucky is lower average (COL index: 90.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kentucky?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 90.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $57,298 salary in Kentucky has the purchasing power of approximately $63,313 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Kentucky increase real purchasing power.
How does Kentucky compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Kentucky

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $295,658
2 Radiologists $275,829
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $272,536
4 Surgeons, All Other $262,123
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $241,973
6 Psychiatrists $222,320
7 Physicians, Pathologists $217,089
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $216,573
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Kentucky

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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