By state
Kentucky per diem rates (FY2026)
Kentucky has 4 cities with their own GSA rate. Everywhere else in the state uses the standard rate.
Standard rate (everywhere not listed): $110.00 lodging + $68.00 M&IE per day ($51.00 first/last day).
| City / county | Lodging | M&IE |
|---|---|---|
| Boone · Boone | $116.00 | $68.00 |
| Kenton · Kenton | $163.00 | $86.00 |
| Lexington · Fayette | $118.00 | $80.00 |
| Louisville · Jefferson | $120.00–$164.00 | $80.00 |