Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in West Virginia
In West Virginia, the median pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers is $27.39 an hour ($56,960 a year). About 2,900 people work in this job there.
That is 25% lower than the U.S. median ($76,210). West Virginia ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for police and sheriff's patrol officers in West Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.17 | $41,950 |
| 25% of workers | $23.53 | $48,950 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.39 | $56,960 |
| 75% of workers | $29.49 | $61,330 |
| 90% of workers | $33.64 | $69,980 |
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in West Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeling | $58,380 | 300 |
| Beckley | $57,980 | 250 |
| Charleston | $57,460 | 510 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $56,130 | 620 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $55,540 | 130 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $55,140 | 270 |
| Morgantown | $55,010 | 220 |
West Virginia unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for police and sheriff's patrol officers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 51,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in West Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $28,800 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $52,890 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $53,120 |
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