How much does a biological science teacher make in Kentucky?
$70,630a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in Kentucky. That is $33.96 an hour or $5,886 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.96
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,330Median: $70,630Highest 10%: $132,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,330 | $22.27 | |
| 25th | $58,220 | $27.99 | |
| Median | $70,630 | $33.96 | |
| 75th | $99,120 | $47.65 | |
| 90th | $132,900 | $63.91 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $85,830 |
| Huntington, WV | $79,870 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $78,150 |
| Louisville, KY | $71,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 42. Arkansas | $77,670 |
| 43. Alabama | $77,540 |
| 44. South Dakota | $76,570 |
| 45. Kentucky | $70,630 |
| 46. West Virginia | $67,190 |
| 47. Mississippi | $66,830 |
| 48. Oklahoma | $65,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $33.96 ($70,630 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $70,630 against $84,620 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for biological science teacher pay?
Kentucky ranks 45 of 49 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays biological science teachers the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $85,830 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.