How much does a construction laborer make in West Virginia?
$42,670a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in West Virginia. That is $20.51 an hour or $3,556 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.51
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,770Median: $42,670Highest 10%: $60,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,770 | $14.79 | |
| 25th | $35,620 | $17.13 | |
| Median | $42,670 | $20.51 | |
| 75th | $54,780 | $26.34 | |
| 90th | $60,550 | $29.11 |
Cities in West Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, WV | $47,770 |
| Washington, DC | $47,430 |
| Wheeling, WV | $45,800 |
| Huntington, WV | $45,170 |
| Weirton, WV | $44,840 |
| Morgantown, WV | $44,340 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $42,830 |
| Winchester, VA | $42,160 |
| Parkersburg, WV | $41,650 |
| Beckley, WV | $36,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 40. Florida | $44,030 |
| 41. Virginia | $43,560 |
| 42. South Carolina | $42,940 |
| 43. West Virginia | $42,670 |
| 44. Texas | $40,620 |
| 45. Oklahoma | $39,360 |
| 46. Georgia | $38,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in West Virginia?
The median hourly pay in West Virginia is $20.51 ($42,670 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in West Virginia than the national average?
No: $42,670 against $47,120 nationally, 9% less.
Where does West Virginia rank for construction laborer pay?
West Virginia ranks 43 of 51 states.
Which city in West Virginia pays construction laborers the most?
Charleston, WV, with a median of $47,770 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.