Top Paying Jobs in West Virginia
West Virginia has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 81,810 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($597,740), Emergency Medicine Physicians ($491,230), Radiologists ($471,650). The cost of living index is 89.03 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,008/month.
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
Highest paying careers in West Virginia
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $598K | $287.38/hr |
| 2 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $491K | $236.17/hr |
| 3 | Radiologists | Healthcare | $472K | $226.75/hr |
| 4 | Surgeons, All Other | Healthcare | $468K | $225.1/hr |
| 5 | Physicians, Pathologists | Healthcare | $400K | $192.34/hr |
| 6 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $301K | $144.62/hr |
| 7 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $279K | $133.91/hr |
| 8 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $273K | $131.1/hr |
| 9 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $258K | $124.05/hr |
| 10 | Dentists, All Other Specialists | Healthcare | $235K | $113.16/hr |
Affordability snapshot: West Virginia
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Metro areas in West Virginia
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