Data Scientists Salary in South Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $77,030 -31.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.03
10th percentile $43,590
90th percentile $159,690
Employed locally 40
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,590
    25th
    $54,460
    50th (median)
    $77,030
    75th
    $97,490
    90th
    $159,690

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $47,120
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $76,690
    Software Developers $98,070
    Computer Systems Analysts $73,370
    Computer Occupations, All Other $40,970
    Computer Network Support Specialists $50,460

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in South Central Kentucky is $37.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Data Scientists salary in South Central Kentucky is 31.6% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $43,590 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,460.