Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,380 | $71,377 | -29% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.22 | $34.32 | -29% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,291.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in West Virginia is $50,380, or about $24.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. West Virginia is -29% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,690 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $50,380, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.