Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $128,990 | $132,782 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.01 | $63.84 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $144,123.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in West Virginia is $128,990, or about $62.01 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. West Virginia is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 390 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $128,990, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.