How much does a bridge and lock tender make in Kentucky?
$58,220a year
Median yearly pay for bridge and lock tenders in Kentucky. That is $27.99 an hour or $4,852 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.99
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,410Median: $58,220Highest 10%: $71,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,410 | $22.79 | |
| 25th | $47,430 | $22.80 | |
| Median | $58,220 | $27.99 | |
| 75th | $65,640 | $31.56 | |
| 90th | $71,610 | $34.43 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bridge and lock tenders.
| 11. Indiana | $60,780 |
| 12. Tennessee | $60,420 |
| 13. Ohio | $58,410 |
| 14. Kentucky | $58,220 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $57,350 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $55,830 |
| 17. New York | $51,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bridge and lock tender make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $27.99 ($58,220 a year).
Do bridge and lock tenders make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $58,220 against $57,700 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for bridge and lock tender pay?
Kentucky ranks 14 of 23 states.
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.