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Nurse Practitioners Salary Guide for Kentucky

nurse practitioners working in Kentucky earn an average of $109,290.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
4,520
Annual Mean Salary
$109,290.00
Hourly Rate
$52.54
Estimated Monthly*
$8,406.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Kentucky vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Kentucky's nurse practitioners salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Kentucky offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Kentucky shows an upward salary trend for nurse practitioners, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for nurse practitioners can vary significantly within Kentucky. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Louisville/Jefferson County

Annual Mean Salary
$117,420.00
Hourly Rate
$56.45
Employment
1,380 professionals
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Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$111,540.00
Hourly Rate
$53.63
Employment
400 professionals
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Owensboro

Annual Mean Salary
$107,480.00
Hourly Rate
$51.67
Employment
130 professionals
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Bowling Green

Annual Mean Salary
$106,860.00
Hourly Rate
$51.38
Employment
170 professionals
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Lexington-Fayette

Annual Mean Salary
$106,610.00
Hourly Rate
$51.26
Employment
820 professionals
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South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$104,260.00
Hourly Rate
$50.12
Employment
450 professionals
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Elizabethtown-Fort Knox

Annual Mean Salary
$103,450.00
Hourly Rate
$49.73
Employment
70 professionals
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West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$102,010.00
Hourly Rate
$49.04
Employment
290 professionals
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East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$94,580.00
Hourly Rate
$45.47
Employment
350 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.