Allied Health Professional Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Allied Health Professional Salary
$58.26/hour
The average salary for an Allied Health Professional in Kentucky is $58.26 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $52.94.
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Allied Health Professional salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$58.26/hour
Kentucky
9% higher than the US average.
$52.94/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Allied Health Professionals?
Edgewood, Kentucky, Covington, Kentucky, and Florence, Kentucky pay Allied Health Professionals the most, all averaging $29 per hour. Edgewood, Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Allied Health Professionals is $58 per hour — Edgewood, Kentucky, Covington, Kentucky, and Florence, Kentucky pay 49% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood, Kentucky | $29 | $100 |
| Covington, Kentucky | $29 | $100 |
| Florence, Kentucky | $29 | $100 |
| Louisville, Kentucky | $26 | $100 |
How does the pay for Allied Health Professionals in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $79 per hour, followed by Georgia ($65) and North Carolina ($52). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Allied Health Professionals is $58 per hour — Ohio pays 36% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $79 | $100 |
| Georgia | $65 | $100 |
| North Carolina | $52 | $75 |
| South Carolina | $50 | $100 |
| Virginia | $50 | $59 |
| Tennessee | $46 | $92 |
| Illinois | $43 | $56 |
| West Virginia | $24 | $100 |
| Alabama | $24 | $100 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Allied Health Professional jobs in Kentucky?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $37 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($33). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Allied Health Professionals is $58 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 37% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $55 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $33 | $33 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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