Coroners Salary in West Virginia
Coroners in West Virginia earn a median of $64,270 a year, −20% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Compliance Officers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,270
- vs. U.S. median
- −20% ($80,730)
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,720
Pay range in West Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,420; the top 10% earn over $115,210. Nationally the range is $48,220 to $133,720.
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Coroners pay in West Virginia
How much do coroners make in West Virginia?
The median is $64,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,420 and the top 10% earn over $115,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is West Virginia a good state for coroners?
On pay alone it ranks 49 of 51 (−20% vs. the national median of $80,730). Living costs are not included.