Psychologist Salary in Kentucky
Based on 710+ workers in Kentucky
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (KY)
$99,140
$47.66/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
+2.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$49K – $175K
710 employed in Kentucky
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Kentucky
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $49,220 |
| 25th percentile | $66,720 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $99,140 |
| 75th percentile | $134,800 |
| 90th percentile | $174,820 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychologists in Kentucky tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $131,040 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $112,010 | 5K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $101,960 | 2K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $99,770 | 63K |
| Educational Services | $91,550 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychologist in Kentucky vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Kentucky) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $99,140 |
| 2026 (projected) | $102,114 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Kentucky Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $99,140 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $102,114 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Kentucky
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $66,720 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $99,140 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $134,800 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $174,820 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Kentucky
How other high-demand occupations in Kentucky compare to Psychologist ($99,140 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in KY | $180,910 | +82.5% | $86.98/hr |
| Chemist in KY | $84,090 | -15.2% | $40.43/hr |
| Medical Scientist in KY | $77,580 | -21.7% | $37.30/hr |
| Geoscientist in KY | $77,510 | -21.8% | $37.26/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in KY | $74,710 | -24.6% | $35.92/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in KY | $71,040 | -28.3% | $34.15/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in KY | $65,000 | -34.4% | $31.25/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in KY | $98,550 | -0.6% | $47.38/hr |
| Materials Engineer in KY | $100,620 | +1.5% | $48.38/hr |
| Occupational Therapist in KY | $97,650 | -1.5% | $46.95/hr |
| Physical Therapist in KY | $100,710 | +1.6% | $48.42/hr |
| Civil Engineer in KY | $100,930 | +1.8% | $48.52/hr |