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Chemists average salary by city in Kentucky
- Bowling Green$90,450
- Louisville$89,860
- Lexington$74,890
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green | $90,450 | $80,780 | $67,120 | $67,604 | 90 |
| Louisville | $89,860 | $86,090 | $66,350 | $67,042 | 93 |
| Lexington | $74,890 | $68,640 | $62,810 | $56,952 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Bowling Green's local income tax (2%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Chemists 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 19-2031.
- 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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