High School Teacher Salary in Kentucky
Explore high school teacher salaries in Kentucky including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in KY
$55,552
Monthly: $4,629
Biweekly: $2,137
Entry Level
$37,604
Monthly: $3,134
Biweekly: $1,446
Senior Level
$76,918
Monthly: $6,410
Biweekly: $2,958
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $37,604 | $55,552 | $76,918 |
| Monthly | $3,134 | $4,629 | $6,410 |
| Biweekly | $1,446 | $2,137 | $2,958 |
| Weekly | $723 | $1,068 | $1,479 |
| Hourly | $18 | $27 | $37 |
KY vs National Comparison
National Median
$66,930
KY Median
$55,552
Difference
-$11,378
Multiplier
0.83x
About This Career
Teach specialized subjects to high school students.
Education
Bachelor's degree in subject area or Education; Teaching certification required
Key Skills
Subject ExpertiseCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentMentoring
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