In West Virginia, epidemiologists earn $65,490 at the median — $31.49 an hour. The range runs from $44K at the entry level to $89K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of West Virginia. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Epidemiologists salary percentiles in West Virginia: 10th percentile $44,280, 25th percentile $52,840, median $65,490, 75th percentile $79,130, 90th percentile $89,190. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level epidemiologists (10th percentile) start around $44K. Mid-career wages sit at $65K. Top earners bring in $89K or more, a $45K spread from bottom to top.
How much do epidemiologists make in West Virginia?▼
The median is $65,490 a year, that works out to about $31 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $44,280, and experienced epidemiologists can clear $89,190. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $65K enough to live in West Virginia?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,333/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,008/month, which eats 23.3% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a epidemiologists salary go in West Virginia?▼
West Virginia has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median epidemiologists salary is worth about $73,559 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do epidemiologists get paid the most?▼
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.
