Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: West Virginia
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$40.75/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in West Virginia is $40.75 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $48.27.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in West Virginia compared to National Averages
$40.75/hour
West Virginia
18% lower than the US average.
$48.27/hour
United States
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in West Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($41) and Tennessee ($40). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the West Virginia average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — North Carolina pays 19% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $48 | $58 |
| South Carolina | $41 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $41 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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