Media & Communications Kentucky (KY) Rank #46 of 50

Journalist Salary in Kentucky

The median journalist salary in Kentucky is $48,685 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$48,685

vs National

$-7,275

State Rank

#46 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Journalist Salary in Kentucky by Experience

In Kentucky, an entry-level journalist earns around $30,450, while experienced professionals earn up to $87,000 per year. The cost of living index in Kentucky is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,450

$-4,550 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$50,460

$-7,540 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$87,000

$-13,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kentucky

Percentile	KY Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,840	$32,000	$-4,160
25th Percentile	$34,800	$40,000	$-5,200
Median (50th)	$48,685	$55,960	$-7,275
75th Percentile	$67,860	$78,000	$-10,140
90th Percentile	$95,700	$110,000	$-14,300

Journalist Salary by City in Kentucky

The largest employment areas for journalists in Kentucky include Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and Owensboro. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Louisville, KY

$51,483

Pop. 633,045 · COL 92%

Lexington, KY

$52,043

Pop. 322,570 · COL 93%

Bowling Green, KY

$47,006

Pop. 74,735 · COL 84%

Owensboro, KY

$45,887

Pop. 60,183 · COL 82%