The highest median for construction laborers in Kentucky is in Louisville/Jefferson County at $47,420. Compare with construction laborers nationwide.
Median pay by metro
All Kentucky metros
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| Metro | Median pay | Real pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson CountyKENTUCKY · KY | $47,420 | $50,949 | 4,600 |
| PaducahKENTUCKY · KY | $46,850 | $54,424 | 590 |
| LexingtonKENTUCKY · KY | $46,300 | $49,844 | 1,810 |
| OwensboroKENTUCKY · KY | $43,760 | $49,385 | 340 |
| Bowling GreenKENTUCKY · KY | $41,880 | $46,441 | 840 |
| ElizabethtownKENTUCKY · KY | $38,740 | $42,773 | 220 |
Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
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