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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Optometrists | Healthcare | $118K | $56.74/hr |
| 32 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $113K | $54.53/hr |
| 33 | Financial Managers | Management | $113K | $54.4/hr |
| 34 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $112K | $53.85/hr |
| 35 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $112K | $53.73/hr |
| 36 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $108K | $52.1/hr |
| 37 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $107K | $51.51/hr |
| 38 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $106K | N/A |
| 39 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $104K | N/A |
| 40 | Lawyers | Legal | $102K | $49.24/hr |
Affordability snapshot: West Virginia
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Metro areas in West Virginia
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