Psychiatrist salary in Kentucky
What psychiatrists earn in Kentucky and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$237,770$114.31 per hour
vs U.S.−16%U.S. median $281,870
Middle half earn$132,450 – $288,780Top 10%: $361,640+
Jobs1600.45× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatrist pay in Kentucky cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $261,710 | $125.82 | 150 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $132,450 | $63.68 | 70 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $237,770 | $114.31 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Kentucky
Psychiatrist pay in similar states
New Hampshire · $246,140 Ohio · $244,990 Georgia · $237,480 South Carolina · $237,250 Texas · $228,460 New Mexico · $227,730
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 psychiatrist make in Kentucky?
Psychiatrists in Kentucky earned a median of $237,770 a year ($114.31 an hour) in May 2025, 16% less than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $132,450 to $288,780.
Where in Kentucky do psychiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN at $261,710.
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.