Chester Police Department

Chester Police Department serves Chester, WV. Our Capital Our vibrant community is located in the Northern Panhandle of Hancock County, WV, directly along the banks of the Ohio River. Many people choose to call Chester home thanks to its small town atmosphere and magnificent sense of community values. Mayor Ed Wedgewood Welcome to the City of Chester, where our people are known for genuine hospitality and follow their passion to make our city a great place to live, visit, and for many, to return home. WELCOME ABOUT Welcome to the official website for the City of Chester, WV. This website was created as an informative tool for residents,visitors, and businesses to gain valuable information regarding our community. Our vibrant community is located in Hancock County, part of West Virginia’s Northern Panhandle on the banks of the Ohio River. Many people choose to call Chester home due to its small town atmosphere and magnificent sense of community values. Non-emergency: (304) 387-2820. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Chester city, WV has an estimated population of 2,302.