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UK by the numbers

UK by the numbers: breaking down employee salaries
A bird's eye view of UK's campus.
With over 13,500 people employed by UK, we decided to dig around and see how much you can make working there. | Photo by Mark Cornelison
UK is one of LEX’s largest employers, and when the Lexington Herald-Leader recently combed through the school’s database to identify the top paid employees at the school, they found the ten highest salaries ranged between $1.1 million and $1.7 million.

That got us thinking — how does pay for other employees, like part-time or student workers, compare? We used the database to find out.

Student employees

Fun fact: Did you know 5,000 students make up UK’s staff? While they weren’t included in the database, they’re often the ones you see helping operate the school’s facilities, selling tickets at the box office, or even in classroom settings as lab assistants.

In July 2023, UK’s federal work-study student employees saw their wages grow from $8.25 per hour to $12 per hour as part of the school’s 2023-24 budget.

Part-time employees

The university’s part-time employee roles range anywhere from instructors, office administrators, technicians, and temp positions.

Of the 24,800 salaries listed in the database, part-time workers made up around ~26%, with their pay ranging from $25 per hour to the highest coming in at $78,998 annually for a Senior Respiratory Therapist at UK Healthcare.

Full-time employees

School administrators and athletics staff were among the highest paid employees at the school, but the majority of full-time roles held at UK include professors, research specialists, healthcare workers, and administrators.

UK employs around 3,200 full-time workers, with the average salary coming in at $74,527 and the median salary sitting at $58,400. If you want to see exactly who is making what, the Herald-Leader broke down the top 10.
Asked

Who brings in the highest salary at UK?
A. Eli Capilouto, President
B. Liam Coen, Assistant Football Coach
C. Robert DiPaola, Provost
D. Thomas Pittman, Professor of Neurosurgery
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Events
Wednesday, Jan. 10
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Clinic | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. | William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St., Lexington | Free | Kids will love learning how to dribble, pass, and swish, followed by art projects in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
  • Jason Carter | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 8 p.m. | The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd., Lexington | $20-$24 | See the Grammy-winning, Kentucky fiddle player as he shows what Bluegrass music is all about.
Thursday, Jan. 11
  • Cousins Maine Lobster | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 4-10 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 1400 Deleware Ave., Lexington | Free | Come try the Shark Tank-featured eatery as they pop up to dish out fresh Maine lobster.
  • Hot Mom Happy Hour | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Whole Foods Market, 4059 Finn Way, Lexington | Moms are invited to bring the kids for playtime and a chance to mingle.
Friday, Jan. 12
  • Mythos: Tuska’s Art of Self Reflection | Friday, Jan. 12-Thursday, Feb. 29 | Times vary | Central Library, 140 E. Main St., Lexington | Free | Reflect upon your mind, body, and spirit at this interactive exhibit from artist John Tuska.
  • Chaotic Good’s 1st Birthday | Friday, Jan. 12 | 10 a.m. | Chaotic Good: Coffee, Comics and Games, 545 S. Broadway, Ste. 160, Lexington | Free | Celebrate the first anniversary of this coffee + gaming store with special deals, exclusive drinks, and of course, birthday cake.
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Active

5 ways to up your workouts
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News Notes
Opening
  • Food truck favorite Moody Mike’s is making the move to brick-and-mortar. The vegan eatery, which typically operates out of its iconic bus at local businesses, will will set up shop at 802 N. Limestone, with the hope of opening in March. We’ll update you as we learn more.
Cause
  • The Fund for Greater Lexington is accepting development proposals for Kelley’s Landing. The 30-acre riverfront park will feature space for outdoor recreation and increased accessibility to the Kentucky River. Consulting firms are invited to submit plans until Friday, Jan. 26 at 11:59 p.m.
Watch
  • We know Lexington hospitality is out of this world. So why not invite our extraterrestrial neighbors to see it for themselves? VisitLEX launched the world’s first interstellar travel ad campaign, with messages beamed into the skies representing life in Lexington, including an audio recording from Tee Dee Young.
Concert
  • Finger-picking aficionado Billy Strings is bringing his headlining show for a two-night stint at Rupp Arena. The Grammy Award-winning Bluegrass artist will take the stage on April 26 + 27. Pre-sale tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. and the general sale goes live Friday, Jan. 12 at 10 a.m.
Eat
  • We knead to tell you some exciting news. Smiley Pete Publishing’s Lexington Pizza Week is back. From Monday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, Feb. 25, restaurants around town will serve up exclusive pies for special prices. Until then, take a bite out of our pizza guide.
Drink
  • Lexington-born Chris Stapleton and Buffalo Trace Distillery are teaming to release the ultimate Kentucky spirit. Traveller Whiskey, a 90-proof blend of Sazerac whiskeys, is available for purchase at participating retailers + features warm, fruity notes of oak, maple, currant, and vanilla. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
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Learn
  • Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you need to stop learning, growing + taking cool classes for fun. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of Kentucky offers a variety of courses and activities for adults 50+. Registration for annual memberships is available online on Wednesday, Jan. 10 + Thursday, Jan. 11.*
Development

2024 developments we’re anticipating

Developments expected to be completed in 2024
Construction around the new health campus opening in Hamburg.
Baptist Health Hamburg is expected to open part of its campus in April. | Photo by LEXtoday
As we settle into the new year, several major development projects are expected to be completed in the coming months. So, strap in — we’ve got a quick rundown for you:

Baptist Health Hamburg

A portion of the 330,000+ sqft outpatient care campus along Polo Club Boulevard is set to open this April, including its emergency room and outpatient surgery center.

Marksbury Lexington Public Library

The two-story, 30,000-sqft library located at 2185 Versailles Rd. is expected to welcome Lexingtonians this fall. The $17 million project will feature an outdoor reading area, a makerspace, and dedicated classrooms.

Lexington Sporting Club Complex

Our soccer team’s new $82 million home is expected to be completed in late 2024. The stadium + youth soccer field complex will be located just off of I-75 along Athens-Boonesboro Road — making it a focal point for out-of-towners.
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