Childcare Workers pay in West Virginia
Childcare Workers in West Virginia earn an average of $27,310 a year. That is $7,720 (22%) less than the U.S. average of $35,030. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $40,170.
Top-paying West Virginia metro areas
Average pay for childcare workers by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Average pay by state
West Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $35,030 | $16.84 |
| West Virginia | $27,310 | $13.13 |
| Maryland | $38,030 | $18.29 |
| Virginia | $35,070 | $16.86 |
| Ohio | $31,930 | $15.35 |
| Pennsylvania | $31,510 | $15.15 |
| Kentucky | $30,520 | $14.67 |
Related jobs in West Virginia
- Recreation Workers$34,510
- Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$39,520
- Residential Advisors$32,860
- Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$37,530
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,190
- Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$40,320
Average pay, West Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do childcare workers make in West Virginia?
The average is $27,310 a year, and the median is $27,710. That is $7,720 (22%) less than the U.S. average of $35,030.
What is the hourly wage in West Virginia?
$13.13 an hour on average; the median is $13.32.
Where in West Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($40,170), followed by Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($33,940). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH ($25,790).
How does West Virginia rank?
West Virginia ranks #48 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.