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Detectives and Criminal Investigators average salary by city in West Virginia
- Charleston$99,660
- Huntington$74,470
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $99,660 | $92,410 | $53,520 | $75,265 | 89 |
| Huntington | $74,470 | $56,710 | $54,290 | $58,698 | 88 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Detectives and Criminal Investigators salary by city and state
More about pay in West Virginia
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 33-3021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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