Compliance Officers Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,390 -26.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.59
10th percentile $37,010
90th percentile $93,890
Employed locally 280
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,010
    25th
    $45,070
    50th (median)
    $57,390
    75th
    $71,950
    90th
    $93,890

    Top-paying metros for Compliance Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,490
    Lexington Park, MD $105,610
    Brunswick-St. Simons, GA $104,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $104,000
    District of Columbia $103,010
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $102,500

    Related occupations in South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $65,110
    Human Resources Specialists $58,990
    Project Management Specialists $75,200
    Loan Officers $62,440
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $55,590
    Training and Development Specialists $48,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in South Central Kentucky is $27.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.65 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in South Central Kentucky is 26.8% below the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $37,010 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,070.