How much does an area make in Virginia?
$85,960a year
Median yearly pay for areas in Virginia. That is $41.33 an hour or $7,163 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.33
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,010Median: $85,960Highest 10%: $136,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,010 | $26.45 | |
| 25th | $68,000 | $32.69 | |
| Median | $85,960 | $41.33 | |
| 75th | $106,400 | $51.16 | |
| 90th | $136,700 | $65.74 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $101,700 |
| Richmond, VA | $85,960 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $81,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 12. Maryland | $91,330 |
| 13. Illinois | $90,030 |
| 14. Michigan | $87,840 |
| 15. Virginia | $85,960 |
| 16. Indiana | $84,970 |
| 17. Utah | $82,990 |
| 18. Alaska | $81,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $41.33 ($85,960 a year).
Do areas make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $85,960 against $85,020 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for area pay?
Virginia ranks 15 of 37 states.
Which city in Virginia pays areas the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $101,700 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.