Family Medicine Physicians Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $283,070 +18.7% vs national
Median hourly $136.09
10th percentile $181,120
90th percentile $364,370
Employed locally 130
National median $238,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $181,120
    25th
    $224,990
    50th (median)
    $283,070
    75th
    $320,130
    90th
    $364,370

    Top-paying metros for Family Medicine Physicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Oklahoma City, OK $481,870
    East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area $469,580
    Knoxville, TN $460,080
    Great Falls, MT $449,840
    Lawton, OK $448,460
    Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area $419,010

    Related occupations in East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,390
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,400
    Pharmacists $127,960
    Nurse Practitioners $102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Family Medicine Physicians make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Family Medicine Physicians in East Kentucky is $136.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $175.18 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Family Medicine Physicians salaries?

    The median Family Medicine Physicians salary in East Kentucky is 18.7% above the national median of $238,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Family Medicine Physicians in East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Family Medicine Physicians (10th percentile) earn around $181,120 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $224,990.