How much does a psychologist make in Kentucky?
$150,000a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in Kentucky. That is $72.11 an hour or $12,500 a month.
- Hourly
- $72.11
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,610Median: $150,000Highest 10%: $185,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 25th | $126,900 | $61.01 | |
| Median | $150,000 | $72.11 | |
| 75th | $185,400 | $89.13 | |
| 90th | $185,400 | $89.13 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cincinnati, OH | $185,400 |
| Lexington, KY | $130,400 |
| Huntington, WV | $115,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 1. California | $157,500 |
| 2. Kentucky | $150,000 |
| 3. Nevada | $146,900 |
| 4. Oklahoma | $141,300 |
| 5. Virginia | $140,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $72.11 ($150,000 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $150,000 against $110,800 nationally, 35% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for psychologist pay?
Kentucky ranks 2 of 42 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays psychologists the most?
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN, with a median of $185,400 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.