Lieutenant Officer Salary in Louisville, KY

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How much does a Lieutenant Officer make in Louisville, KY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lieutenant Officer in Louisville, KY is $73,277. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $61,509 to a high of $89,128, with most professionals earning between $67,118 and $81,574.

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What is a Lieutenant Officer?

A Lieutenant Officer is a mid-level management position within a military or law enforcement organization. They are responsible for leading and supervising a team of officers or soldiers, ensuring that they are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties. Lieutenant Officers also play a key role in planning and executing missions, as well as maintaining discipline and morale within their unit. They may also be involved in administrative tasks such as budgeting, resource allocation, and personnel management. Additionally, they serve as a liaison between higher-ranking officers and the enlisted personnel, providing guidance and support to both. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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Average Salary Range for Lieutenant Officer in Louisville, KY

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
67118
81574
73277

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
71715
92848
80702
What is the average salary for Lieutenant Officer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lieutenant Officer in Louisville, KY. The base salary for Lieutenant Officer ranges from $67,118 to $81,574 with the average base salary of $73,277. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,715 to $92,848 with the average total cash compensation of $80,702.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $73,277 $67,118 - $81,574
Bonus $7,424 $4,597 - $11,274
Total Pay $80,702 $71,715 - $92,848
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lieutenant Officer Salary Near Louisville, KY

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Frankfort, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,163 - $77,983 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Lexington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,970 - $78,964 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,647 - $78,571 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Richmond, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,387 - $78,256 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Owensboro, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,058 - $80,286 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Covington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,198 - $82,888 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
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About Louisville, Kentucky    Louisville and Jefferson County have a combined area of 397.68 square miles (1,030.0 km2), of which 380.46 square miles (985.4 km2) is land and 17.23 ....More

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