Chemists Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Kentucky
Chemists in Kentucky earn a median salary of $80,752 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -4% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 520 chemists are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $64,930 to $90,530 depending on location.
$80,752
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$90,530
Highest paying metro
$64,930
Lowest paying metro
520
Employed in Kentucky
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Chemists salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky | $90,530 | $65,390 | $105,010 | 100 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $86,250 | $63,490 | $101,100 | 30 |
| Central Kentucky | $84,380 | $73,090 | $96,090 | 110 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $77,670 | $58,030 | $108,780 | 150 |
| Lexington, KY | $64,930 | $60,420 | $79,260 | 130 |