How much does a substitute teacher make in West Virginia?
$49,020a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in West Virginia. That is $23.57 an hour or $4,085 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.57
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,440Median: $49,020Highest 10%: $75,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,440 | $19.92 | |
| 25th | $45,580 | $21.91 | |
| Median | $49,020 | $23.57 | |
| 75th | $60,140 | $28.91 | |
| 90th | $75,290 | $36.20 |
Cities in West Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Beckley, WV | $58,250 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $53,850 |
| Parkersburg, WV | $49,630 |
| Huntington, WV | $48,270 |
| Morgantown, WV | $46,760 |
| Weirton, WV | $46,610 |
| Washington, DC | $46,470 |
| Charleston, WV | $45,080 |
| Wheeling, WV | $44,880 |
| Winchester, VA | $35,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 5. Washington | $55,740 |
| 6. Minnesota | $50,390 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $49,790 |
| 8. West Virginia | $49,020 |
| 9. Maryland | $46,470 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $45,590 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $44,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in West Virginia?
The median hourly pay in West Virginia is $23.57 ($49,020 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in West Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $49,020 against $41,670 nationally, 18% more.
Where does West Virginia rank for substitute teacher pay?
West Virginia ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in West Virginia pays substitute teachers the most?
Beckley, WV, with a median of $58,250 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.