Paramedic Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Paramedic Salary
$15.03/hour
The average salary for a Paramedic in Kentucky is $15.03 per hour. This is 110% lower than the US average of $31.49.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Paramedic salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$15.03/hour
Kentucky
110% lower than the US average.
$31.49/hour
United States
How does the pay for Paramedics in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Tennessee pays Paramedics the most, averaging $19 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($17) and Georgia ($17). Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $27. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Paramedics is $15 per hour — Tennessee pays 23% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $19 | $27 |
| South Carolina | $17 | $24 |
| Georgia | $17 | $24 |
| Alabama | $15 | $19 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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