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Electrician Salary
in Kentucky
Electricians in Kentucky (KY) earn a median of $56,000 a year, about $27 an hour. That runs roughly 9% below the national median for electricians, with most earning between $36,900 and $94,800.
Electrician pay by experience in Kentucky
- Apprentice$33,600$16/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$56,000$27/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$76,200$37/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Kentucky metros
- Louisville$59,800$29/hr
- Lexington$53,600$26/hr
- Bowling Green$54,700$26/hr
Licensing in Kentucky
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Kentucky?
- Electricians in Kentucky earn a median of $56,000 per year, about $27 per hour. That is roughly 9% below the national median. Most earn between $36,900 and $94,800.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Kentucky?
- Among Kentucky's major metros, Louisville tends to pay electricians the most, near $59,800 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Kentucky?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Kentucky is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Kentucky by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.