Veterinarians Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • Kentucky
Veterinarians in Kentucky earn a median salary of $90,454 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, -27.9% vs the national median of $125,510. An estimated 1,090 veterinarians are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $83,570 to $102,070 depending on location.
$90,454
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$102,070
Highest paying metro
$83,570
Lowest paying metro
1,090
Employed in Kentucky
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Veterinarians salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $102,070 | $83,190 | $126,000 | 350 |
| Lexington, KY | $101,040 | $62,400 | $167,090 | 370 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $89,990 | $77,330 | $106,200 | 40 |
| South Central Kentucky | $86,940 | $56,440 | $106,230 | 110 |
| West Kentucky | $84,990 | $75,790 | $108,000 | 70 |
| Central Kentucky | $84,580 | $56,440 | $102,380 | 110 |
| East Kentucky | $83,570 | $75,250 | $102,800 | 40 |