How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Virginia?
$80,230a year
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in Virginia. That is $38.57 an hour or $6,686 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.57
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,420Median: $80,230Highest 10%: $107,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,420 | $22.80 | |
| 25th | $61,300 | $29.47 | |
| Median | $80,230 | $38.57 | |
| 75th | $104,000 | $49.98 | |
| 90th | $107,600 | $51.74 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $87,400 |
| Richmond, VA | $80,230 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $50,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| 5. Idaho | $88,710 |
| 6. Oregon | $84,970 |
| 7. Hawaii | $84,530 |
| 8. Virginia | $80,230 |
| 9. Pennsylvania | $79,660 |
| 10. Montana | $79,420 |
| 11. Wyoming | $76,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $38.57 ($80,230 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $80,230 against $70,770 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Virginia rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
Virginia ranks 8 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays anthropologist and archeologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $87,400 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.