West Virginia employment requirements
- Minimum wage
- $8.75/hour for households with 6 or more employees. Otherwise the federal $7.25/hour floor applies.
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay after 40 hours in a week
- Sick leave
- Not required by state law
- Worker protections
At-will employment state
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in West Virginia?
West Virginia's minimum wage of $8.75/hour applies to households with 6 or more employees. A household with fewer is held to the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour.