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Bakers average salary by city in Kentucky
- Louisville$37,960
- Bowling Green$35,730
- Lexington$34,540
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $37,960 | $36,430 | $29,910 | $30,635 | 93 |
| Bowling Green | $35,730 | $33,990 | $28,480 | $29,042 | 90 |
| Lexington | $34,540 | $34,460 | $29,330 | $27,892 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Louisville's local income tax (2.2%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Bakers salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 51-3011.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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