How much does a child make in Richmond?
$60,520a year
Median yearly pay for childs in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $29.10 an hour or $5,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.10
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 118 of 390
- Jobs in the area
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,850Median: $60,520Highest 10%: $91,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,850 | $22.04 | |
| 25th | $49,370 | $23.74 | |
| Median | $60,520 | $29.10 | |
| 75th | $78,140 | $37.57 | |
| 90th | $91,790 | $44.13 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for childs.
| Washington, DC | $75,550 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $62,360 |
| Winchester, VA | $60,820 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $60,000 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $59,190 |
| Staunton, VA | $53,830 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $53,110 |
| Kingsport, TN | $53,040 |
| Roanoke, VA | $49,230 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $47,190 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $98,850 |
| Social Worker | $96,970 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $77,210 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $68,250 |
| Educational | $67,620 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,020 |
| Clergy | $60,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,030 |
| Substance Abuse | $57,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a child make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $29.10 ($60,520 a year).
Do childs make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $60,520 against $59,550 nationally, 2% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $61,330, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for child pay?
118 of 390 metro areas with data.
How much does a child make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,850 or less a year; the top 10% make $91,790 or more.
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.