Creative & Education West Virginia (WV) Rank #49 of 50

College Professor Salary in West Virginia

The median college professor salary in West Virginia is $70,459 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $83,880.

Median Salary

$70,459

vs National

$-13,421

State Rank

#49 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

College Professor Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level college professor earns around $40,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,400 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,320

$-7,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$72,240

$-13,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$134,400

$-25,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile	WV Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$45,000	$-7,200
25th Percentile	$50,400	$60,000	$-9,600
Median (50th)	$70,459	$83,880	$-13,421
75th Percentile	$100,800	$120,000	$-19,200
90th Percentile	$141,120	$168,000	$-26,880

College Professor Salary by City in West Virginia

The largest employment areas for college professors in West Virginia include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, WV

$73,814

Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%

Huntington, WV

$68,782

Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%

Morgantown, WV

$75,492

Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%

Parkersburg, WV

$67,104

Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%

Wheeling, WV

$65,426

Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a College Professor in West Virginia

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. West Virginia has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook in West Virginia

Nationally, college professor employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). West Virginia's demand may vary based on local industry trends.