Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / West Virginia
Plumber Salary
in West Virginia
Plumbers in West Virginia (WV) earn a median of $54,200 a year, about $26 an hour. That runs roughly 12% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $34,300 and $89,000.
Bottom 10%
$34,300
WV Median
$54,200
Top 10%
$89,000
Plumber pay by experience in West Virginia
- Apprentice$32,500$16/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$54,200$26/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$73,200$35/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in West Virginia metros
- Charleston$54,000$26/hr
- Huntington$51,700$25/hr
- Morgantown$54,000$26/hr
Licensing in West Virginia
Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work.
Frequently asked
- How much do plumbers make in West Virginia?
- Plumbers in West Virginia earn a median of $54,200 per year, about $26 per hour. That is roughly 12% below the national median. Most earn between $34,300 and $89,000.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in West Virginia?
- Among West Virginia's major metros, Charleston tends to pay plumbers the most, near $54,000 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in West Virginia?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in West Virginia is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Plumber pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for West Virginia by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.