Electricians Salary in West Virginia
Median Annual Salary
$63,850
$30.70/hr
Salary Range
$38,340 – $88,960
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
4,010
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$72,888
real purchasing power
2.4% above the national median ($62,350)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,340 (entry)$63,850 (median)$88,960 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+17.3%
$10,375 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeling | $67,780 | 350 |
| Charleston | $62,650 | 560 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $62,190 | 160 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $62,190 | 200 |
| Beckley | $62,160 | 370 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $60,870 | 780 |
| Morgantown | $60,460 | 280 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.