Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in West Virginia
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West Virginia earn an average of $55,900 a year. That is $23,300 (29%) less than the U.S. average of $79,200. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $87,110.
Top-paying West Virginia metro areas
Average pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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West Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $79,200 | $38.08 |
| West Virginia | $55,900 | $26.88 |
| Maryland | $82,400 | $39.62 |
| Pennsylvania | $81,910 | $39.38 |
| Ohio | $76,730 | $36.89 |
| Virginia | $70,450 | $33.87 |
| Kentucky | $59,840 | $28.77 |
Related jobs in West Virginia
- Correctional Officers and Jailers$56,670
- Security Guards$31,320
- Detectives and Criminal Investigators$102,070
- Bailiffs$35,820
- Parking Enforcement Workers$31,190
- Fish and Game Wardens$64,450
Average pay, West Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do police and sheriff's patrol officers make in West Virginia?
The average is $55,900 a year, and the median is $56,960. That is $23,300 (29%) less than the U.S. average of $79,200.
What is the hourly wage in West Virginia?
$26.88 an hour on average; the median is $27.39.
Where in West Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($87,110), followed by Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($73,220). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Morgantown, WV ($53,280).
How does West Virginia rank?
West Virginia ranks #47 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.