Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in South Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $47,760 +3% vs national
Median hourly $22.96
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $66,610
Employed locally 1,430
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $36,600
    50th (median)
    $47,760
    75th
    $62,250
    90th
    $66,610

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,920
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $35,240
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,780
    Light Truck Drivers $36,590
    Bus Drivers, School $37,790
    Driver/Sales Workers $24,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Central Kentucky is $22.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.80 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in South Central Kentucky is 3% above the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,600.