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West Virginia police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At West Virginia State Police, starting base pay is $62,778 and top-step pay is $65,178, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $62,778 (one department, 1 department). Top step: $65,178 (one department, 1 department).
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| West Virginia State Police | State police | $62,778 | $65,178 | Not in our data | FY 2027 |
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West Virginia: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| West Virginia State Police | $62,778 | $65,178 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in West Virginia?
At West Virginia State Police, starting base pay is $62,778 and top-step pay is $65,178, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about West Virginia police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in West Virginia at $56,960. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- W. Va. Code 15-2-5 Annual Salary Schedule (Base Pay), effective July 1, 2026 · West Virginia State Police
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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