Salary Report for West Virginia LPNs
West Virginia Rankings
Compare West Virginia to U.S.
West Virginia LPNs earn an average of $41,310 which is 20% less than the national average salary of $51,850.
| Type | West Virginia | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $19.86 | $24.93 | -20.34% |
| Average Annual Salary | $41,310 | $51,850 | -20.33% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In West Virginia, 50% of LPNs earn between $36,830 and $46,640 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of LPNs earn more than $48,070, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced LPNs.
Approximately 10% of LPNs earn under $32,880, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level LPNs.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 619 | Under $32,880 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 928 | $32,880 – $36,830 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,548 | $36,830 – $37,790 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,548 | $37,790 – $46,640 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 928 | $37,790 – $48,070 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 619 | Above $48,070 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, LPNs in West Virginia nurses earn about $46,965 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $51,850.
Cost-of-living in West Virginia is 12% less than the national average, which means West Virginia residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $41,310, West Virginia LPNs tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($247,650), Nurse Midwives ($163,190), Nurse Practitioners ($104,750), Registered Nurses ($67,640), and Nursing Instructors ($62,730).
However, LPNs tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($29,560).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $247,650 |
| Nurse Midwives | $163,190 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $104,750 |
| Registered Nurses | $67,640 |
| Nursing Instructors | $62,730 |
| LPNs | $41,310 |
| Nursing Assistants | $29,560 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in West Virginia the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (24,110), Nursing Assistants (8,320) and LPNs (7,080).
The three professions in West Virginia needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (74.2%), Nurse Midwives (25%) and Nursing Instructors (23.4%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 21,550 | 24,110 | 11.9% | 1,440 |
| Nursing Assistants | 7,620 | 8,320 | 9.2% | 1,030 |
| LPNs | 6,160 | 7,080 | 14.9% | 590 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 1,240 | 2,160 | 74.2% | 180 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 750 | 900 | 20% | 60 |
| Nursing Instructors | 470 | 580 | 23.4% | 60 |
| Nurse Midwives | 40 | 50 | 25% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by West Virginia Cities
The average salary for LPNs in West Virginia is $41,310. The top cities that pay LPNs the most are Weirton-Steubenville ($43,860), Wheeling ($43,740) and Huntington-Ashland ($42,510).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay LPNs the highest average annual salary are Weirton-Steubenville ($50,466), Wheeling ($50,247) and Huntington-Ashland ($49,133).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for LPNs in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a LPNs salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weirton-Steubenville | $43,860 | $50,466 | $6,606 |
| Wheeling | $43,740 | $50,247 | $6,507 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $42,510 | $49,133 | $6,623 |
| Charleston | $40,730 | $45,883 | $5,153 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $40,710 | $46,356 | $5,646 |
| Morgantown | $40,530 | $43,973 | $3,443 |
| Northern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area | $40,450 | $47,678 | $7,228 |
| Southern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area | $39,550 | $46,617 | $7,067 |
| Beckley | $38,920 | $45,151 | $6,231 |
Salary FAQ for West Virginia LPNs
City and Rural Summaries
Beckley
Average LPNs Salary: $38,920
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $45,151
Hourly Wage: $18.71
Currently Employed: 500
Cost-of-Living Index: 86.20
Beckley Salary Report
Charleston
Average LPNs Salary: $40,730
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $45,883
Hourly Wage: $20
Currently Employed: 820
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.77
Charleston Salary Report
Huntington-Ashland
Average LPNs Salary: $42,510
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $49,133
Hourly Wage: $20.44
Currently Employed: 1,110
Cost-of-Living Index: 86.52
Huntington-Ashland Salary Report
Morgantown
Average LPNs Salary: $40,530
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $43,973
Hourly Wage: $19
Currently Employed: 590
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.17
Morgantown Salary Report
Northern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area
Average LPNs Salary: $40,450
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $47,678
Hourly Wage: $19.45
Currently Employed: 1,410
Cost-of-Living Index: 84.84
Northern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Parkersburg-Vienna
Average LPNs Salary: $40,710
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $46,356
Hourly Wage: $20
Currently Employed: 280
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.82
Parkersburg-Vienna Salary Report
Southern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area
Average LPNs Salary: $39,550
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $46,617
Hourly Wage: $19.01
Currently Employed: 900
Cost-of-Living Index: 84.84
Southern West Virginia Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Weirton-Steubenville
Average LPNs Salary: $43,860
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $50,466
Hourly Wage: $21
Currently Employed: 370
Cost-of-Living Index: 86.91
Weirton-Steubenville Salary Report
Wheeling
Average LPNs Salary: $43,740
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $50,247
Hourly Wage: $21.03
Currently Employed: 430
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.05
Wheeling Salary Report
Official Data Sources for LPNs: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data