May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Morgantown
Morgantown, WV
244 occupations
Across 244 occupations with published wages in Morgantown, nurse anesthetists record the highest median at $278,530 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Morgantown
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 4,510 | $80,130 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,090 | $28,570 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,400 | $60,300 |
| Cashiers | 1,370 | $27,370 |
| Nursing Assistants | 1,310 | $35,880 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,280 | $89,440 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,150 | $31,110 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,040 | $35,480 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | 940 | $37,390 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 920 | $30,180 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $24,230 | 640 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $24,790 | 190 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $24,960 | 50 |
| Dishwashers | $26,490 | 180 |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | $27,010 | 180 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,240 | 150 |
| Cashiers | $27,370 | 1,370 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $27,930 | 750 |
| Childcare Workers | $28,370 | 210 |
| Retail Salespersons | $28,570 | 2,090 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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