Salaries in Charleston, WV metro area
Typical pay for 341 jobs in the Charleston, WV metro area. The median for all workers is $45,830 a year ($22.03 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$45,830
Median hourly
$22.03
Workers
103,450
vs U.S. median
-10%
Highest paying jobs in Charleston, WV
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Surgeons, All Other | $619,320 | 60 |
| Radiologist | $482,670 | 60 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $344,250 | 90 |
| Physicians, All Other | $285,470 | 180 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $280,250 | 220 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $165,690 | 70 |
| Chief Executive | $161,540 | 240 |
| Dentists, General | $152,980 | 70 |
| Industrial Engineer | $143,860 | 160 |
| Pharmacist | $131,660 | 340 |
| Computer Network Architect | $131,210 | 70 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,260 | 370 |
| Electrical Engineer | $129,250 | 60 |
| Physician Assistant | $126,620 | 190 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $125,470 | 280 |
Most common jobs in Charleston, WV
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 4,320 | $80,230 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 3,200 | $28,680 |
| Retail Salesperson | 2,650 | $29,050 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 2,230 | $23,180 |
| Cashier | 2,170 | $26,280 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,160 | $83,190 |
| Security Guard | 2,160 | $20,800 |
| Customer Service Representative | 1,650 | $37,480 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 1,630 | $43,550 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,490 | $30,330 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 1,430 | $49,580 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,400 | $35,800 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 1,390 | $37,340 |
| Nursing Assistant | 1,380 | $36,250 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,300 | $32,830 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in West Virginia.
All 341 jobs by category
Management Occupations (20)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (27)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (12)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (14)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (11)Community and Social Service Occupations (14)Legal Occupations (6)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (24)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (7)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (32)Healthcare Support Occupations (11)Protective Service Occupations (11)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (13)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (9)Sales and Related Occupations (15)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (37)Construction and Extraction Occupations (16)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (18)Production Occupations (19)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (18)
Management Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Services Manager | $77,520 | $37.27 | 530 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $165,690 | $79.66 | 70 |
| Chief Executive | $161,540 | $77.66 | 240 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $101,560 | $48.83 | 170 |
| Construction Manager | $79,050 | $38.01 | 190 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $88,250 | $42.43 | 50 |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $78,260 | — | 190 |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $77,810 | $37.41 | 140 |
| Facilities Manager | $84,240 | $40.50 | 90 |
| Financial Manager | $116,300 | $55.91 | 450 |
| Food Service Manager | $56,200 | $27.02 | 130 |
| General and Operations Managers | $83,190 | $40.00 | 2,160 |
| Human Resources Manager | $105,920 | $50.93 | 80 |
| Industrial Production Manager | $107,960 | $51.90 | 110 |
| Managers, All Other | $107,490 | $51.68 | n/a |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $125,470 | $60.32 | 280 |
| Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | $54,640 | $26.27 | 210 |
| Sales Manager | $91,920 | $44.19 | 170 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $70,930 | $34.10 | 160 |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $86,060 | $41.38 | 130 |
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architect | $131,210 | $63.08 | 70 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $52,670 | $25.32 | 70 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $50,700 | $24.38 | 400 |
| Data Scientist | $79,860 | $38.39 | 100 |
| Database Administrator | $70,280 | $33.79 | 60 |
| Database Architect | $104,570 | $50.27 | 30 |
| Information Security Analyst | $64,840 | $31.17 | 70 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $72,040 | $34.64 | 280 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $65,440 | $31.46 | 80 |
| Software Developer | $122,980 | $59.13 | 350 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $62,300 | $29.95 | n/a |
| Statistician | $55,340 | $26.61 | 40 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $60,920 | $29.29 | 70 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $54,180 | $26.05 | 210 |
| Civil Engineer | $94,810 | $45.58 | 280 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $85,510 | $41.11 | 40 |
| Electrical Engineer | $129,250 | $62.14 | 60 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $96,510 | $46.40 | 90 |
| Engineers, All Other | $119,900 | $57.64 | 130 |
| Industrial Engineer | $143,860 | $69.16 | 160 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $47,660 | $22.91 | n/a |
| Mechanical Engineer | $98,050 | $47.14 | 60 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $84,450 | $40.60 | 70 |
| Petroleum Engineer | $88,860 | $42.72 | 80 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $46,100 | $22.16 | 70 |
| Surveyor | $60,160 | $28.92 | 80 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemist | $88,640 | $42.62 | 30 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $66,620 | $32.03 | 180 |
| Conservation Scientist | $81,760 | $39.31 | n/a |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $59,090 | $28.41 | 170 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $74,090 | $35.62 | 60 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $63,920 | $30.73 | 80 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $60,420 | $29.05 | 30 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $78,840 | $37.90 | n/a |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $96,990 | $46.63 | 150 |
| School Psychologist | $67,860 | $32.62 | 40 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $61,380 | $29.51 | 110 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $53,070 | $25.52 | 600 |
| Clergy | $50,520 | $24.29 | 50 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $44,850 | $21.56 | 80 |
| Community Health Worker | $38,080 | $18.31 | 50 |
| Counselors, All Other | $44,700 | $21.49 | 40 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $49,900 | $23.99 | 170 |
| Health Education Specialist | $80,850 | $38.87 | 50 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,260 | $29.93 | 150 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $48,790 | $23.46 | 60 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $55,580 | $26.72 | 220 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $53,960 | $25.94 | 140 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $41,260 | $19.84 | 480 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $53,100 | $25.53 | 70 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $48,960 | $23.54 | 330 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $103,940 | $49.97 | 40 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | $52,120 | $25.06 | 40 |
| Lawyer | $101,150 | $48.63 | 880 |
| Legal Support Workers, All Other | $55,890 | $26.87 | 60 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $54,780 | $26.34 | 480 |
| Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers | $78,530 | $37.76 | 60 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $46,590 | $22.40 | 50 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $45,000 | — | 100 |
| Floral Designer | $29,190 | $14.03 | 40 |
| Graphic Designer | $37,920 | $18.23 | 60 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $37,030 | $17.80 | 150 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $54,790 | $26.34 | 90 |
| Writers and Authors | $72,340 | $34.78 | 30 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $38,090 | $18.31 | 210 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $37,130 | $17.85 | 60 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $28,680 | $13.79 | 3,200 |
| Massage Therapist | $39,520 | $19.00 | 30 |
| Medical Assistant | $38,190 | $18.36 | 900 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,610 | $21.93 | 100 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,250 | $17.43 | 1,380 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $57,520 | $27.65 | 40 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,120 | $19.29 | 450 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $63,020 | $30.30 | 80 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $32,070 | $15.42 | 90 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $32,390 | $15.57 | 230 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $92,410 | $44.43 | 80 |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | $49,100 | $23.61 | 30 |
| Firefighter | $38,780 | $18.64 | 230 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $47,680 | $22.92 | 70 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $77,780 | $37.39 | 90 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $37,350 | $17.96 | 140 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $25,480 | $12.25 | 70 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $57,460 | $27.62 | 510 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $39,850 | $19.16 | 30 |
| Security Guard | $20,800 | $10.00 | 2,160 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $30,900 | $14.86 | 350 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $23,180 | $11.14 | 2,230 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $30,050 | $14.45 | 660 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $29,450 | $14.16 | 770 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $27,590 | $13.26 | 80 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,360 | $13.15 | 150 |
| Dishwasher | $26,440 | $12.71 | 210 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $22,380 | $10.76 | 730 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $30,450 | $14.64 | 930 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $27,970 | $13.45 | 310 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $30,330 | $14.58 | 60 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $25,470 | $12.25 | 190 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $36,900 | $17.74 | 1,190 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $39,060 | $18.78 | 120 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $50,150 | $24.11 | 40 |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other | $32,180 | $15.47 | 30 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $30,330 | $14.58 | 1,490 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $30,630 | $14.73 | 360 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $29,280 | $14.08 | 760 |
| Pest Control Worker | $37,950 | $18.25 | 70 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $25,670 | $12.34 | 60 |
| Animal Caretaker | $28,360 | $13.63 | 200 |
| Childcare Worker | $27,370 | $13.16 | 210 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $39,090 | $18.79 | 80 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $40,620 | $19.53 | 60 |
| Funeral Attendant | $34,300 | $16.49 | 30 |
| Recreation Worker | $28,420 | $13.66 | 120 |
| Residential Advisor | $31,560 | $15.17 | 170 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $26,630 | $12.80 | 40 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashier | $26,280 | $12.64 | 2,170 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $35,500 | $17.07 | 360 |
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $21,990 | $10.57 | n/a |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $64,990 | $31.24 | 70 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $41,920 | $20.15 | 960 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $57,710 | $27.75 | 180 |
| Parts Salesperson | $36,950 | $17.76 | 270 |
| Real Estate Broker | $50,310 | $24.19 | 40 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $51,670 | $24.84 | 50 |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,050 | $13.97 | 2,650 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $29,890 | $14.37 | 50 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $50,880 | $24.46 | 270 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $64,620 | $31.07 | 480 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $85,240 | $40.98 | 130 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $57,240 | $27.52 | 150 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Construction and Extraction Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $49,670 | $23.88 | 40 |
| Carpenter | $49,060 | $23.59 | 370 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $59,330 | $28.52 | 70 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $63,720 | $30.64 | 100 |
| Construction Laborer | $47,770 | $22.97 | 660 |
| Continuous Mining Machine Operator | $65,280 | $31.39 | 70 |
| Electrician | $64,830 | $31.17 | 480 |
| Fence Erector | $41,600 | $20.00 | 40 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $79,420 | $38.18 | 570 |
| Highway Maintenance Worker | $46,470 | $22.34 | 110 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $57,640 | $27.71 | 940 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $47,540 | $22.86 | 100 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $58,940 | $28.34 | 260 |
| Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas | $51,380 | $24.70 | 30 |
| Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas | $60,680 | $29.17 | 60 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $68,000 | $32.69 | 80 |
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $27,440 | $13.19 | 40 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $34,540 | $16.61 | 740 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $29,550 | $14.21 | 170 |
| Conveyor Operators and Tenders | $62,820 | $30.20 | 70 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $23,060 | $11.09 | 380 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $55,150 | $26.51 | 350 |
| Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators | $73,080 | $35.14 | 30 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $49,580 | $23.84 | 1,430 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $43,570 | $20.95 | 100 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $37,340 | $17.95 | 1,390 |
| Light Truck Driver | $42,890 | $20.62 | 590 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $30,870 | $14.84 | 50 |
| Parking Attendant | $27,380 | $13.16 | 70 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $37,850 | $18.20 | 130 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $27,350 | $13.15 | 200 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $32,830 | $15.78 | 1,300 |
| Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders | $54,750 | $26.32 | 50 |
| Wellhead Pumper | $53,390 | $25.67 | 60 |