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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists average salary by city in Kentucky
- Lexington$90,830
- Louisville$89,800
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | $90,830 | $66,490 | $66,190 | $67,170 | 93 |
| Louisville | $89,800 | $76,730 | $64,560 | $67,003 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Lexington's local income tax (2.75%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists salary in other states
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists salary by city and state
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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 19-1042.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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