Kentucky Median
$105,340
per year
Hourly Rate
$50.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+13% vs US median
US median $93,220
State Rank
#3 of 27
30 employed here
How much does a Gambling Manager make in Kentucky?
Gambling Managers in Kentucky take home a median of $105,340 annually — roughly $50.64 an hour — which runs 13% above the national median of $93,220.
Within Kentucky, entry-level pay starts around $43,720 while the top 10% make $164,760 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $58,170 and $158,660 a year.
Gambling Manager salary range in Kentucky
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $43,720 | $21.02 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $58,170 | $27.97 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $105,340 | $50.64 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $158,660 | $76.28 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $164,760 | $79.21 |
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How Kentucky compares
Kentucky ranks 3rd out of 27 states and territories for Gambling Manager pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Gambling Manager salary in other states
Texas $106,670Washington $106,450New York $102,350Michigan $101,860New Jersey $101,470New Mexico $101,260Massachusetts $100,460Ohio $99,650California $99,230Indiana $98,920Mississippi $97,170Florida $96,180Pennsylvania $94,800Nevada $91,250Missouri $85,630Arizona $82,840Louisiana $82,140Illinois $79,610North Dakota $79,300Arkansas $77,860Oklahoma $77,380Minnesota $77,360Maryland $77,320Iowa $76,350West Virginia $74,270Nebraska $61,360
Working as a Gambling Manager in Kentucky
Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Gambling Managers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Kentucky pay ($105,340) 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 a Gambling Manager make in Kentucky?
The median Gambling Manager salary in Kentucky is $105,340 per year, or about $50.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,720 at the entry level to $164,760 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Kentucky pay compare to the national average?
Kentucky pays Gambling Managers about 13% more than the national median of $93,220. Kentucky ranks 3rd out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Kentucky a good state for Gambling Managers?
Yes on pay — Kentucky pays above the national median for this occupation, at $105,340 a year. About 30 Gambling Managers 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.