Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education pay in West Virginia
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in West Virginia earn an average of $54,890 a year. That is $17,760 (24%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $84,370.
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Average pay for elementary school teachers, except special education by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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Average pay by state
West Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72,650 | – |
| West Virginia | $54,890 | – |
| Maryland | $80,090 | – |
| Pennsylvania | $75,780 | – |
| Ohio | $72,740 | – |
| Virginia | $71,540 | – |
| Kentucky | $59,870 | – |
Related jobs in West Virginia
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$56,630
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$56,210
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$37,650
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$31,560
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$54,010
- Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School$52,870
Average pay, West Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do elementary school teachers, except special education make in West Virginia?
The average is $54,890 a year, and the median is $55,630. That is $17,760 (24%) less than the U.S. average of $72,650.
Where in West Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($84,370), followed by Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($68,580). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Beckley, WV ($52,940).
How does West Virginia rank?
West Virginia ranks #47 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.