How much does a manicurist and pedicurist make in Kentucky?
$45,310a year
Median yearly pay for manicurist and pedicurists in Kentucky. That is $21.78 an hour or $3,776 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.78
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,480Median: $45,310Highest 10%: $65,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,480 | $15.13 | |
| 25th | $32,440 | $15.60 | |
| Median | $45,310 | $21.78 | |
| 75th | $47,670 | $22.92 | |
| 90th | $65,430 | $31.46 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $46,340 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $35,150 |
| Clarksville, TN | $34,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for manicurist and pedicurists.
| 5. Alaska | $47,890 |
| 6. Oregon | $46,080 |
| 7. Iowa | $45,420 |
| 8. Kentucky | $45,310 |
| 9. South Dakota | $45,310 |
| 10. Nevada | $41,880 |
| 11. Missouri | $39,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a manicurist and pedicurist make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $21.78 ($45,310 a year).
Do manicurist and pedicurists make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $45,310 against $35,760 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for manicurist and pedicurist pay?
Kentucky ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays manicurist and pedicurists the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $46,340 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.