Minimum wage in West Virginia
$8.75 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $18,200 a year before tax (our calculation). Applies to employers with 6+ employees at one location
Note: Applies to employers with 6+ employees at one location
Minimum wage
$8.75
an hour
A year, full time
$18,200
A month
$1,517
Rank
21 of 51
1 = lowest; +21% vs U.S.
| State | Minimum wage | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $7.25 | 19 |
| Wyoming | $7.25 | 20 |
| West Virginia | $8.75 | 21 |
| Montana | $10.85 | 22 |
| Arkansas | $11.00 | 23 |
| U.S. | $7.25 | - |
Common questions
What is the minimum wage in West Virginia?
$8.75 an hour, per the U.S. Department of Labor. Full time (2,080 hours) that is $18,200 a year before tax (our calculation). Applies to employers with 6+ employees at one location
How does West Virginia's minimum wage compare?
West Virginia ranks 21 of 51 (1 = lowest). The federal minimum is $7.25 an hour.
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