Natural Sciences Managers Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $84,050 -47.9% vs national
Median hourly $40.41
10th percentile $80,040
90th percentile $167,890
Employed locally 70
National median $161,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $80,040
    25th
    $80,060
    50th (median)
    $84,050
    75th
    $92,350
    90th
    $167,890

    Top-paying metros for Natural Sciences Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $222,840
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $221,480
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $219,380
    Massachusetts $218,800
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $211,880
    Worcester, MA $211,400

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    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $74,570
    Medical and Health Services Managers $92,910
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $88,380
    Industrial Production Managers $101,940
    Financial Managers $98,520
    Chief Executives $127,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Natural Sciences Managers make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Natural Sciences Managers in Central Kentucky is $40.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.35 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Natural Sciences Managers salaries?

    The median Natural Sciences Managers salary in Central Kentucky is 47.9% below the national median of $161,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Natural Sciences Managers in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Natural Sciences Managers (10th percentile) earn around $80,040 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,060.