Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in West Virginia
State median
Public data$22.52/hr
≈ $46,842/year full-time
Pay distribution in West Virginia
25th percentile
$18.28
per hour
Median
$22.52
per hour
75th percentile
$28.26
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in West Virginia?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in West Virginia is $22.52/hr (about $46,842/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $18.28 and $28.26 per hour.
How does West Virginia compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
West Virginia pays 10% below the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.