Training and Development Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $53,830 -18.3% vs national
Median hourly $25.88
10th percentile $34,520
90th percentile $76,840
Employed locally 560
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,520
    25th
    $40,760
    50th (median)
    $53,830
    75th
    $64,500
    90th
    $76,840

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

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    Accountants and Auditors $65,450
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    Project Management Specialists $81,060
    Compliance Officers $62,710
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Central Kentucky is $25.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.82 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 18.3% below the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $34,520 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,760.