Pediatrician, General salary in Kentucky
What pediatricians, general earn in Kentucky and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$175,690$84.47 per hour
vs U.S.−16%U.S. median $210,040
Middle half earn$130,250 – $246,380Top 10%: $338,450+
Jobs3800.74× the U.S. concentration
Pediatrician, General pay in Kentucky cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $216,750 | $104.21 | 420 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $165,300 | $79.47 | 250 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $213,310 | $102.55 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Kentucky
Pediatrician, General pay in similar states
Maryland · $181,640 Indiana · $177,300 Tennessee · $176,210 Nebraska · $175,990 Texas · $173,360 Washington · $169,540
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 a pediatrician, general make in Kentucky?
Pediatricians, General in Kentucky earned a median of $175,690 a year ($84.47 an hour) in May 2025, 16% less than the national median of $210,040. The middle half earned $130,250 to $246,380.
Where in Kentucky do pediatricians, general earn the most?
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN at $216,750.
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.