Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,460 | $61,458 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.30 | $29.55 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,145.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in West Virginia is $48,460, or about $23.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. West Virginia is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,090 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $48,460, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.