Video Game Developer Salaries in Kentucky

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How Much Does a Video Game Developer Make in Kentucky?

Updated March 26, 2024

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$57,203/yr

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Low $49,444

Average $57,203

High $67,257

The average salary for Video Game Developer is $57,203 per year in Kentucky.

Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
Business Integra Inc Unity Game Developer	$103,392/yr	$91,158 $115,626 RANGE: $91,158 - $115,626
Breakout Operations LLC Game Master	$119,575/yr	$101,150 $137,999 RANGE: $101,150 - $137,999
Activate Games Game Facilitator	$31,666/yr	$27,980 $35,351 RANGE: $27,980 - $35,351
Malibu Jack's Game Tech	$122,348/yr	$107,009 $137,686 RANGE: $107,009 - $137,686
Park Community Credit Union Video Teller	$34,381/yr	$30,968 $37,793 RANGE: $30,968 - $37,793
Switcher, Inc. Video Producer	$62,316/yr	$53,602 $71,029 RANGE: $53,602 - $71,029
HCL Technologies Developer	$122,064/yr	$109,988 $134,140 RANGE: $109,988 - $134,140
Velocity Esports Newport Kentucky, LLC Arcade Game Technician	$37,609/yr	$32,585 $42,633 RANGE: $32,585 - $42,633

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Arcade Game Technician

Arcade Game Technician

Newport, KY

$82,031 - $105,062

22 Days Ago

Game Wildlife Technician

Fort Campbell, KY

$45,279 - $61,292

22 Days Ago

Game Facilitator at Activate Games

Lexington, KY

$40,598 - $53,741

9 Days Ago

Part Time Game Master

Assistant Video Editor -JNR

Video Production Specialist

Lexington, KY

$88,845 - $117,406

1 Month Ago

Specialist, Creative Video Content

Bowling Green, KY

$45,177 - $60,050

1 Month Ago

Marketing Video Intern

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Video Game Developer Jobs in Kentucky

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Video Game Developer can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Video Game Developer job salaries in Kentucky. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Video Game Developer jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Video Game Developer positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Video Game Developer salary is higher than other cities in Kentucky. Covington takes first place in this list, followed by Louisville, Owensboro. The Video Game Developer salary is $59,452 in Covington, which is lower than the national average. There is 0 city's Video Game Developer salary higher than national average in Kentucky.

The average salary for a Video Game Developer in Kentucky is $57,203, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Video Game Developer jobs is Covington, KY, and it is higher than Louisville. Video Game Developer jobs in Covington can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in Kentucky.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Covington	$59,452	$4,954	$1,143	$29
Louisville	$58,114	$4,843	$1,118	$28
Owensboro	$57,263	$4,772	$1,101	$28
Lexington	$56,534	$4,711	$1,087	$27
Richmond	$55,987	$4,666	$1,077	$27
Frankfort	$55,561	$4,630	$1,068	$27
Bowling Green	$55,197	$4,600	$1,061	$27
Hopkinsville	$54,710	$4,559	$1,052	$26

What Does a Video Game Developer Do?

Video game developers, also known as game programmers, use coding languages to bring creative concepts to life.

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You also need to have experience working with game engines like Unity and Unreal, which power everything the developers create.

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Students in video game developer training programs also learn about technology’s relation to society and the history of game development.

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The good news about working in the game industry is that most game developers are actually salaried employees.

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Today's video game developers need a strong understanding of programming languages and excellent communication, storytelling, and math skills.

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Video Game Developer Salaries

What is the average of a Video Game Developer in Kentucky?

The Video Game Developer salary range is from $49,444 to $67,257, and the average Video Game Developer salary is $57,203/year in Kentucky. The Video Game Developer's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Video Game Developer salary in the United States?

The Video Game Developer salary in San Jose, CA is $76,290 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Video Game Developer's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Video Game Developer.

What is the growth rate of the Video Game Developer's salary?

If you are thinking of becoming a Video Game Developer or planning the next step in your career, find the detailed salary report of a Video Game Developer.