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West Virginia Minimum Wage
As listed by the U.S. Department of Labor on 07/01/2026.
- Basic minimum wage
- $8.75/hr
- State law
- Yearly at 40 hours a week
- $18,200
- 52 weeks
- West Virginia median wage
- $21.78/hr
- BLS, May 2025
- Minimum as share of median
- 40%
Basic minimum rates
Hourly rate and who it applies to
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| Applies to | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Applicable to employers of 6 or more employees at one location | $8.75 |
Lowest paying jobs in West Virginia
Median hourly wage, occupations with at least 100 jobs
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| Occupation | Employment | Median wage | Mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambling Service Workers, All Other | 300 | $19,030 | $19,980 |
| Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners | 180 | $19,740 | $24,790 |
| Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers | 610 | $22,080 | $26,200 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | 16,490 | $23,120 | $24,720 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | 300 | $23,400 | $24,100 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | 1,580 | $24,420 | $25,510 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 450 | $24,670 | $25,430 |
| Agricultural Workers, All Other | 150 | $24,960 | $25,780 |
| Gambling Dealers | 610 | $25,100 | $35,440 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | 800 | $25,230 | $27,190 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,240 | $26,070 | $26,780 |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | 170 | $26,240 | $26,550 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the minimum wage in West Virginia?
- The basic minimum wage in West Virginia is $8.75 an hour.
- How much is the West Virginia minimum wage per year?
- At $8.75 an hour, 40 hours a week for 52 weeks comes to $18,200 before taxes.