Data Scientists Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $99,840 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $48.00
10th percentile $60,490
90th percentile $125,070
Employed locally 200
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,490
    25th
    $80,300
    50th (median)
    $99,840
    75th
    $119,170
    90th
    $125,070

    Top-paying metros for Data Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $173,160
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $166,300
    Idaho Falls, ID $164,030
    Washington $158,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $157,290
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $156,830

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer Systems Analysts $66,310
    Computer User Support Specialists $47,840
    Software Developers $104,340
    Computer Network Support Specialists $48,880
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $76,170
    Computer Network Architects $102,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Central Kentucky is $48.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.71 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Central Kentucky is 11.3% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $60,490 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,300.