Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,960 | $79,739 | -29% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.38 | $38.34 | -29% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,642.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in West Virginia is $56,960, or about $27.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. West Virginia is -29% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,900 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $56,960, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.