How much does a teacher and instructor make in Charleston?
$43,310a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in the Charleston, WV metro area. That is $20.82 an hour or $3,609 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.82
- Vs. national median
- -35%
- Rank among cities
- 234 of 244
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,060Median: $43,310Highest 10%: $78,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,060 | $15.41 | |
| 25th | $35,360 | $17.00 | |
| Median | $43,310 | $20.82 | |
| 75th | $63,020 | $30.30 | |
| 90th | $78,330 | $37.66 |
Other cities in West Virginia
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors.
| Washington, DC | $97,920 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $75,280 |
| Beckley, WV | $66,550 |
| Huntington, WV | $63,670 |
| Morgantown, WV | $57,440 |
Related jobs in Charleston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Instructional Coordinator | $68,990 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $65,260 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $65,090 |
| Adult Basic Education | $64,280 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $58,490 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $57,020 |
| Middle School Teacher | $56,970 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $55,800 |
| Special Education Teacher | $52,330 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $50,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Charleston?
The median hourly pay in the Charleston, WV metro area is $20.82 ($43,310 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Charleston than the national average?
No: $43,310 against $66,140 nationally, 35% less.
How does Charleston compare with the rest of West Virginia?
The median in West Virginia is $64,140, so Charleston pays 32% less.
Where does Charleston rank for teacher and instructor pay?
234 of 244 metro areas with data.
How much does a teacher and instructor make starting out in Charleston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,330 or more.
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.