Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,520 | $67,290 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.69 | $32.35 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,034.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in West Virginia is $55,520, or about $26.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. West Virginia is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,260 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $55,520, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.