Kentucky Median
$85,130
per year
Hourly Rate
$40.93
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $76,040
State Rank
#9 of 24
60 employed here
How much does an Acupuncturist make in Kentucky?
Acupuncturists in Kentucky take home a median of $85,130 annually — roughly $40.93 an hour — which runs 12% above the national median of $76,040.
Within Kentucky, entry-level pay starts around $85,130 while the top 10% make $101,880 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $85,130 and $85,130 a year.
Acupuncturist salary range in Kentucky
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $85,130 | $40.93 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $85,130 | $40.93 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $85,130 | $40.93 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $85,130 | $40.93 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $101,880 | $48.98 |
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How Kentucky compares
Kentucky ranks 9th out of 24 states and territories for Acupuncturist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Acupuncturist salary in other states
Tennessee $141,430New Jersey $125,260Indiana $120,490Maryland $101,650Massachusetts $93,360Missouri $89,000New York $86,120Arizona $85,300Wisconsin $84,820Washington $83,200Maine $83,040New Hampshire $77,470North Carolina $76,500California $75,530Georgia $73,980Florida $69,990Minnesota $69,690Texas $66,530Michigan $65,490Oregon $64,870Hawaii $64,570Utah $58,620Colorado $56,950
Working as an Acupuncturist in Kentucky
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Acupuncturists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Kentucky pay ($85,130) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Acupuncturist make in Kentucky?
The median Acupuncturist salary in Kentucky is $85,130 per year, or about $40.93 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $85,130 at the entry level to $101,880 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Kentucky pay compare to the national average?
Kentucky pays Acupuncturists about 12% more than the national median of $76,040. Kentucky ranks 9th out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Kentucky a good state for Acupuncturists?
Yes on pay — Kentucky pays above the national median for this occupation, at $85,130 a year. About 60 Acupuncturists are employed in Kentucky. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Kentucky?
The highest-paying occupations in Kentucky include Cardiologist ($558,180), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($350,950), Anesthesiologist ($347,960), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.