In Kentucky, hoist and winch operators earn $17,330 at the median, or about $8.33 an hour. The range runs from $17K at the entry level to $59K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Kentucky. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Hoist and Winch Operators salary percentiles in Kentucky: 10th percentile $17,330, 25th percentile $17,330, median $17,330, 75th percentile $18,330, 90th percentile $58,960. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level hoist and winch operators (10th percentile) start around $17K. Mid-career wages sit at $17K. Top earners bring in $59K or more, a $42K spread from bottom to top.
How much do hoist and winch operators make in Kentucky?▼
The median is $17,330 a year, that works out to about $8 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $17,330, and experienced hoist and winch operators can clear $58,960. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $17K enough to live in Kentucky?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $1,257/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,110/month, which eats 88.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a hoist and winch operators salary go in Kentucky?▼
Kentucky has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median hoist and winch operators salary is worth about $19,206 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do hoist and winch operators get paid the most?▼
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.
