New Accounts Clerks Salary in Kentucky
In Kentucky, new accounts clerks earn $39,390 at the median — $18.94 an hour. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $49K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Kentucky. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $39K get you in Kentucky?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Kentucky
Entry-level new accounts clerks (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $49K or more, a $16K spread from bottom to top.
New Accounts Clerks salary by metro in Kentucky
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $47K | +21% | 180 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do new accounts clerks make in Kentucky?
The median is $39,390 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $33,430, and experienced new accounts clerks can clear $49,230. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Kentucky?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,676/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,110/month, which eats 41.5% 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 new accounts clerks 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 new accounts clerks salary is worth about $43,655 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do new accounts clerks 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.