Millwrights Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $64,500 -1% vs national
Median hourly $31.01
10th percentile $42,360
90th percentile $80,470
Employed locally 210
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,360
    25th
    $51,420
    50th (median)
    $64,500
    75th
    $79,300
    90th
    $80,470

    Top-paying metros for Millwrights

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $145,930
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,830
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $104,830
    Modesto, CA $98,270
    Albuquerque, NM $90,750
    Madison, WI $90,520

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $44,010
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $63,630
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $36,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $63,150
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $49,050
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers $76,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in Central Kentucky is $31.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.12 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in Central Kentucky is 1% below the national median of $65,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $42,360 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,420.