Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $37,180 | $44,846 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $17.88 | $21.56 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $41,542.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in West Virginia is $37,180, or about $17.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. West Virginia is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,540 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $37,180, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.