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How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Kentucky?

$103,200a year

Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Kentucky. That is $49.63 an hour or $8,603 a month.

Hourly
$49.63
Vs. national median
+4%
Rank among states
22 of 47
Jobs in the state
100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,540Median: $103,200Highest 10%: $167,000
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$54,540$26.22
25th$75,680$36.38
Median$103,200$49.63
75th$133,000$63.94
90th$167,000$80.27

Cities in Kentucky

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Louisville, KY$103,200
Salaries for every job in Kentucky

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.

19. District of Columbia$103,900
20. Maine$103,700
21. Indiana$103,700
22. Kentucky$103,200
23. Michigan$103,200
24. Wyoming$99,940
25. Louisiana$97,470
Atmospheric and Space Scientist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Kentucky?

The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $49.63 ($103,200 a year).

Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Kentucky than the national average?

Yes: $103,200 against $99,070 nationally, 4% more.

Where does Kentucky rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?

Kentucky ranks 22 of 47 states.

Which city in Kentucky pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?

Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $103,200 a year.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.