Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $65,870 | $79,739 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.67 | $38.34 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,153.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Virginia is $65,870, or about $31.67 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Virginia is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 19,970 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $65,870, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.