Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,610 | $74,587 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.22 | $35.86 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,251.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in West Virginia is $56,610, or about $27.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. West Virginia is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,590 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $56,610, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.