How long does landscape technician training take in Kentucky?

Most paths into the landscape technician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What apprenticeships are available for landscape technicians in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Kentucky Office of Apprenticeship and Training, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details.

How to Become a Landscape Technician in Kentucky (2026)

Q: How much do landscape technicians earn in Kentucky?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), landscape technicians in Kentucky earned a median annual wage of approximately $36,670. Employment concentration in Kentucky is roughly 0.73 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for landscape technicians in Kentucky?

Kentucky currently employs approximately 8,920 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 3.6% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated August 27, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Kentucky landscaping and groundskeeping workers earn a median annual wage of $36,670 ($17.63/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 8,920 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -6.3% below the national median of $39,150 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $36,670 ($17.63/hr)
25th percentile: $31,240 per year
75th percentile: $44,330 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $49,250 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $27,930 per year
Workers employed in Kentucky: 8,920
Versus national median: -6.3% below the U.S. median of $39,150
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.73 - this occupation is less concentrated in Kentucky than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed August 27, 2026.

Kentucky employs about 8,920 landscape technicians earning a median $36,670 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Most landscape technicians train through a trade school program or a registered apprenticeship before entering the field in Kentucky.

Key Facts

Median wage (Kentucky): $36,670/yr (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Employed in Kentucky: 8,920 workers (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Location quotient: 0.73x U.S. average (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Projected growth: 3.6% (2024-2034) (Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024)

Landscape Technician Wages by Metro Area in Kentucky

Conservation Scientists Wages by Metro Area in Kentucky

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), conservation scientists wages in Kentucky vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Cincinnati	6,660	$38,814	$41,276	$29,975	$48,938
Louisville/Jefferson County	3,130	$37,820	$40,740	$28,880	$51,920
Lexington-Fayette	1,340	$36,800	$38,900	$29,280	$47,940
Huntington-Ashland	590	$32,170	$34,600	$26,090	$43,450
Bowling Green	360	$35,630	$35,960	$27,130	$45,890
Clarksville	360	$36,410	$37,860	$29,670	$48,550
Owensboro	320	$35,950	$36,740	$26,720	$45,910
Paducah	190	$36,120	$37,250	$28,720	$45,840
Elizabethtown	180	$36,140	$37,590	$27,750	$48,340

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Kentucky): $36,670 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Landscape Technician in Kentucky

How to become a landscape technician in Kentucky? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for landscape technicians in Kentucky.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do landscape technicians earn in Kentucky? The median annual wage for landscape technicians in Kentucky is $36,670 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $27,930 and experienced professionals can earn $49,250 or more ¹.

How to Become a Landscape Technician in Kentucky

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Kentucky training programs and registered apprenticeships require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete a training program or apprenticeship. Enroll in an accredited trade school program or a registered apprenticeship in Kentucky that combines classroom instruction with supervised hands-on hours.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to landscape technicians in Kentucky before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for landscape technicians in Kentucky? Kentucky currently employs approximately 8,920 landscape technicians ¹. Nationally, landscape technician employment is projected to grow 3.6% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Kentucky? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Kentucky.

How much do landscape technicians earn in Kentucky compared to the national average? The median annual wage for landscape technicians in Kentucky is $36,670, which is $1,420 below the national median of $38,090 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

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References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)