How much does a roof bolter make in Kentucky?
$72,510a year
Median yearly pay for roof bolters in Kentucky. That is $34.86 an hour or $6,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.86
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,540Median: $72,510Highest 10%: $72,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,540 | $34.39 | |
| 25th | $72,440 | $34.83 | |
| Median | $72,510 | $34.86 | |
| 75th | $72,540 | $34.88 | |
| 90th | $72,540 | $34.88 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for roof bolters.
| 3. Colorado | $81,270 |
| 4. West Virginia | $79,400 |
| 5. Virginia | $78,260 |
| 6. Kentucky | $72,510 |
| 7. Alabama | $67,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roof bolter make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $34.86 ($72,510 a year).
Do roof bolters make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $72,510 against $78,540 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for roof bolter pay?
Kentucky ranks 6 of 7 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.