Unemployment Rate
4.7%
Labor Force
45,306
Employed
43,199
Unemployed
2,107
Unemployment Rate Trend
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Top Paying Occupations in Beckley, WV
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $281,110 |
| Dentists, General | $199,360 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $134,150 |
| Pharmacists | $133,250 |
| Physician Assistants | $131,750 |
| Chief Executives | $131,040 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $125,600 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $124,790 |
| Electrical Engineers | $123,450 |
| Financial Managers | $115,130 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.