Bookkeeper Salary in Louisville, KY
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$42,429
Hourly Rate
$20.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,439
employed
Bookkeeper Salary Range in Louisville, KY
Annual Salary Range
$28k
10th percentile
$35k
25th
$50k
75th
$64k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $27,899 | $13.41 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,457 | $17.05 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $42,429 | $20.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $49,570 | $23.83 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $63,881 | $30.71 |
| Average (Mean) | $45,686 | $21.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Bookkeeper salary in Louisville, KY is $42,429 per year or $20.40 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Louisville, KY Compares
vs National Average
$47,440
vs Kentucky Average
$48,482
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$46,728
Cost of living in Louisville, KY is 9.2% below the national average.
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