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# Jobs in Frankfort, KY — Government & Top Employers

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**Open jobs:** 356
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 563
- Median salary: $42K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $34K – $66K
- Remote share: 11.0%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 563 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Frankfort, KY runs 41% below the United States median ($42K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Frankfort, KY: Retail (23% of all postings), followed by Higher Education and Hospitals and Health Care.

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Frankfort, KY

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 129 | — |
| Higher Education | 72 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 68 | — |
| Food & Beverage Manufacturing | 49 | — |
| Restaurants | 48 | — |
| Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 47 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Frankfort, KY

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [BJ's Wholesale Club Jobs & Careers — Warehouse Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/bj-s-wholesale-club?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 46 |
| [Sazerac Company Jobs & Careers — Spirits & Distilling](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/sazerac-company?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 45 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 42 employers filed 96 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Frankfort, KY

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth of Kentucky | 14 | — |
| Commonwealth of Kentucky - Commonwealth Office of Technology | 9 | — |
| HealthTech Solutions | 8 | — |
| University of Kentucky | 6 | — |
| Coolsoft LLC | 5 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Georgetown, KY — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/kentucky/georgetown?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 17.1 mi | 475 | $48K |
| [Jobs in Lexington, KY — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/kentucky/lexington?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 26.1 mi | 3942 | $50K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Frankfort, KY?

Government and public administration dominate Frankfort's job market as the state capital. Healthcare, education, insurance, and finance are also significant employers, creating a stable and diverse local economy.
### Who are the top employers in Frankfort, KY?

The Commonwealth of Kentucky state agencies, Kentucky State University, Capital City Airport, and healthcare providers are the largest employers. The page lists current open roles ranked by employer.
### What is the typical salary for government jobs in Frankfort, KY?

State government salaries in Frankfort follow the Kentucky classified pay schedule, which varies by grade and agency. Healthcare and finance roles typically pay above the broader Frankfort average. See salary benchmarks on this page.
### Are there remote jobs available in Frankfort, KY?

Remote opportunities in Frankfort exist in IT, policy, and administrative roles, particularly within state government agencies that adopted flexible work during and after the pandemic. Use the remote filter for current listings.
### How do I search for state government jobs in Frankfort?

Filter by government or public administration on this page to see state agency openings. You can also visit the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet's official job board for postings across all state departments.
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