Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,630 | $72,224 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.75 | $34.72 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,156.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in West Virginia is $55,630, or about $26.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. West Virginia is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,420 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $55,630, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.