Power Plant Operators Salary in West Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • West Virginia
Power Plant Operators in West Virginia earn a median salary of $97,000 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -2.7% vs the national median of $99,670. An estimated 200 power plant operators are employed across West Virginia, with salaries ranging from $87,090 to $103,610 depending on location.
$97,000
Avg median salary in West Virginia
$103,610
Highest paying metro
$87,090
Lowest paying metro
200
Employed in West Virginia
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Power Plant Operators salaries by city in West Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgantown, WV | $103,610 | $95,040 | $103,610 | 50 |
| Huntington, WV-KY-OH | $100,300 | $73,080 | $103,790 | 30 |
| Northern West Virginia | $87,090 | $84,020 | $95,740 | 120 |