How much does an atmospheric make in Virginia?
$119,900a year
Median yearly pay for atmospherics in Virginia. That is $57.66 an hour or $9,995 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.66
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,240Median: $119,900Highest 10%: $214,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,240 | $31.37 | |
| 25th | $96,950 | $46.61 | |
| Median | $119,900 | $57.66 | |
| 75th | $163,700 | $78.71 | |
| 90th | $214,700 | $103.24 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $125,300 |
| Washington, DC | $108,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospherics.
| 3. New Hampshire | $130,200 |
| 4. Oregon | $128,100 |
| 5. Connecticut | $123,800 |
| 6. Virginia | $119,900 |
| 7. Arizona | $110,600 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $108,900 |
| 9. Maryland | $107,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $57.66 ($119,900 a year).
Do atmospherics make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $119,900 against $103,200 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Virginia rank for atmospheric pay?
Virginia ranks 6 of 40 states.
Which city in Virginia pays atmospherics the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $125,300 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.