Orthoptists Salary in Kentucky
Orthoptists in Kentucky earn a median of $88,610 a year, −23% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $88,610
- vs. U.S. median
- −23% ($115,210)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,440; the top 10% earn over $127,760. Nationally the range is $65,210 to $195,190.
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Orthoptists pay in Kentucky
How much do orthoptists make in Kentucky?
The median is $88,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,440 and the top 10% earn over $127,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for orthoptists?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 43 (−23% vs. the national median of $115,210). Living costs are not included.