Orderly salary in Kentucky
What orderlies earn in Kentucky and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$35,260$16.95 per hour
vs U.S.−8%U.S. median $38,290
Middle half earn$31,870 – $37,470Top 10%: $40,500+
Jobs7101.05× the U.S. concentration
Orderly pay in Kentucky cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $36,980 | $17.78 | 630 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $36,170 | $17.39 | 280 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $30,800 | $14.81 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Kentucky
Orderly pay in similar states
Michigan · $36,220 Georgia · $36,100 Nevada · $35,850 Missouri · $35,620 Florida · $35,420 Oklahoma · $34,430
Other healthcare salaries in Kentucky
Registered Nurses · $81,040 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,440 Nursing Assistants · $38,370 Medical Assistants · $39,270 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,200 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $60,460 Pharmacists · $136,530 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,880 Nurse Practitioners · $122,870 Dental Assistants · $47,730 Medical Records Specialists · $48,410 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $69,670
Questions
How much does an orderly make in Kentucky?
Orderlies in Kentucky earned a median of $35,260 a year ($16.95 an hour) in May 2025, 8% less than the national median of $38,290. The middle half earned $31,870 to $37,470.
Where in Kentucky do orderlies earn the most?
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN at $36,980.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.