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Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation Salary in Kentucky

Also called: Pesticide Applicators

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation in Kentucky earn a median of $39,380 a year, −15% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$39,380
vs. U.S. median
−15% ($46,340)
Rank among states
36 of 44
Jobs in the state
290

Pay range in Kentucky

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,320; the top 10% earn over $49,830. Nationally the range is $35,570 to $61,420.

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Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation pay in Kentucky

How much do pesticide handlers, sprayers, and applicators, vegetation make in Kentucky?

The median is $39,380 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,320 and the top 10% earn over $49,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Kentucky a good state for pesticide handlers, sprayers, and applicators, vegetation?

On pay alone it ranks 36 of 44 (−15% vs. the national median of $46,340). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses