Average Cosmetologist Salary in West Virginia

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in West Virginia earns $35,300 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $16.97 per hour, $1,358 biweekly, or $2,942 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in West Virginia is 16% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$26,500	$12.74
Average (50th)	$35,300	$16.97
Experienced (75th)	$40,600	$19.52
Top Earners (90th)	$45,900	$22.07

Cosmetologist Salary by City in West Virginia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Charleston	$38,100	$3,175/mo
Huntington	$36,000	$3,000/mo
Morgantown	$34,600	$2,883/mo
Parkersburg	$33,500	$2,792/mo
Wheeling	$32,800	$2,733/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	2.36%-5.12% (5 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$8.75/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.84 (-16% vs national avg)

Top Employers in West Virginia

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in West Virginia include WVU Medicine, Mountaineer Gas, Toyota, Mylan, and Marshall University. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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