Trades & Labor Bowling Green, KY Pop. 74,735

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Bowling Green, Kentucky

The median wind turbine technician salary in Bowling Green, KY is $48,149 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 3.4% below the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$48,149
vs State Avg
$-1,719
vs National
$-9,171
Cost of Living
84%

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Bowling Green by Experience

In Bowling Green, an entry-level wind turbine technician earns around $35,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $65,520 per year. The local cost of living index is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,280
$-6,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,720
$-9,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$65,520
$-12,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bowling Green, KY

Percentile Bowling Green
10th Percentile $33,600
25th Percentile $40,320
Median (50th) $48,149
75th Percentile $58,800
90th Percentile $68,880

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Other Kentucky Cities

Lexington, KY
$53,308
Pop. 322,570
Louisville, KY
$52,734
Pop. 633,045
Covington, KY
$50,442
Pop. 40,961
Owensboro, KY
$47,002
Pop. 60,183

How to Become a Wind Turbine Technician in Bowling Green

Education

Most wind turbine technician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Bowling Green and the surrounding Kentucky area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wind Turbine SystemsElectricalHydraulicsClimbing/SafetyTroubleshootingPreventive Maintenance

Job Outlook

Nationally, wind turbine technician employment is projected to grow 45% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Bowling Green may vary based on local industry and population growth.