Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,210 | $71,125 | -20% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.50 | $34.19 | -20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,922.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in West Virginia is $57,210, or about $27.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. West Virginia is -20% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,090 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $57,210, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.