How much does a therapist make in Lexington?
$112,100a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area. That is $53.88 an hour or $9,339 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.88
- Vs. national median
- +44%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 78
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,730Median: $112,100Highest 10%: $136,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,730 | $24.39 | |
| 25th | $58,930 | $28.33 | |
| Median | $112,100 | $53.88 | |
| 75th | $136,500 | $65.64 | |
| 90th | $136,500 | $65.64 |
Other cities in Kentucky
Median yearly pay for therapists.
| Cincinnati, OH | $62,690 |
Related jobs in Lexington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $558,200 |
| Physician | $283,700 |
| Anesthesiologist | $273,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $256,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $242,700 |
| Physician | $239,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $237,700 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $180,800 |
| Pediatrician | $165,300 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $148,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Lexington?
The median hourly pay in the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area is $53.88 ($112,100 a year).
Do therapists make more in Lexington than the national average?
Yes: $112,100 against $77,930 nationally, 44% more.
How does Lexington compare with the rest of Kentucky?
The median in Kentucky is $75,060, so Lexington pays 49% more.
Where does Lexington rank for therapist pay?
3 of 78 metro areas with data.
How much does a therapist make starting out in Lexington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,500 or more.
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.