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Data Scientist Salary in West Virginia

The median data scientist salary in West Virginia is $82,095 per year, which is 24% below the national median of $108,020.

Median Salary

$82,095

vs National

$-25,925

State Rank

#49 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Data Scientist Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level data scientist earns around $54,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,400 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$54,720

$-17,280 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$85,120

$-26,880 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$125,400

$-39,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile	WV Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$46,664	$61,400	$-14,736
25th Percentile	$63,992	$84,200	$-20,208
Median (50th)	$82,095	$108,020	$-25,925
75th Percentile	$107,160	$141,000	$-33,840
90th Percentile	$135,432	$178,200	$-42,768

Data Scientist Salary by City in West Virginia

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

Charleston, WV

$86,416

Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%

Huntington, WV

$79,935

Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%

Morgantown, WV

$88,576

Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%

Parkersburg, WV

$77,774

Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%

Wheeling, WV

$75,614

Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a Data Scientist in West Virginia

Education

Most data scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. West Virginia has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonRSQLMachine LearningStatisticsData Visualization

Job Outlook in West Virginia

Nationally, data scientist employment is projected to grow 35% over the next decade (much faster than average). West Virginia's demand may vary based on local industry trends.