Manicurists and Pedicurists Salary in Kentucky
Manicurists and Pedicurists in Kentucky earn a median of $45,310 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,310
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($35,760)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,480; the top 10% earn over $65,430. Nationally the range is $28,920 to $50,140.
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Manicurists and Pedicurists pay in Kentucky
How much do manicurists and pedicurists make in Kentucky?
The median is $45,310 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,480 and the top 10% earn over $65,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for manicurists and pedicurists?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 49 (+27% vs. the national median of $35,760). Living costs are not included.