Paramedics Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $45,600 -21.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.92
10th percentile $35,170
90th percentile $60,330
Employed locally 200
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,170
    25th
    $35,210
    50th (median)
    $45,600
    75th
    $50,830
    90th
    $60,330

    Top-paying metros for Paramedics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $129,020
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $120,870
    Bellingham, WA $108,330
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $105,250
    Walla Walla, WA $102,430
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $101,950

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,380
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,140
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $30,080
    Pharmacists $127,500
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Central Kentucky is $21.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.38 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Central Kentucky is 21.9% below the national median of $58,410. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $35,170 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,210.