How much does a community and social service specialist make in Kentucky?
$58,150a year
Median yearly pay for community and social service specialists in Kentucky. That is $27.96 an hour or $4,846 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.96
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,570Median: $58,150Highest 10%: $72,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,570 | $18.54 | |
| 25th | $47,240 | $22.71 | |
| Median | $58,150 | $27.96 | |
| 75th | $63,380 | $30.47 | |
| 90th | $72,230 | $34.73 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $61,160 |
| Louisville, KY | $60,290 |
| Clarksville, TN | $54,720 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $43,290 |
| Huntington, WV | $38,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community and social service specialists.
| 8. New Jersey | $61,910 |
| 9. Hawaii | $61,000 |
| 10. California | $58,770 |
| 11. Kentucky | $58,150 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $57,360 |
| 13. Oregon | $56,770 |
| 14. Alaska | $56,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community and social service specialist make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $27.96 ($58,150 a year).
Do community and social service specialists make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $58,150 against $56,730 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for community and social service specialist pay?
Kentucky ranks 11 of 49 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays community and social service specialists the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $61,160 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.