How much does a community and social service specialist make in Richmond?
$77,210a year
Median yearly pay for community and social service specialists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $37.12 an hour or $6,434 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.12
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 254
- Jobs in the area
- 1,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,330Median: $77,210Highest 10%: $95,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,330 | $26.12 | |
| 25th | $65,630 | $31.55 | |
| Median | $77,210 | $37.12 | |
| 75th | $86,040 | $41.37 | |
| 90th | $95,960 | $46.13 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for community and social service specialists.
| Kingsport, TN | $68,280 |
| Roanoke, VA | $66,990 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $63,330 |
| Washington, DC | $58,440 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Counselor | $98,850 |
| Social Worker | $96,970 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,690 |
| Health Education Specialist | $68,250 |
| Educational | $67,620 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $63,020 |
| Child | $60,520 |
| Clergy | $60,190 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $60,030 |
| Substance Abuse | $57,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community and social service specialist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $37.12 ($77,210 a year).
Do community and social service specialists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $77,210 against $56,730 nationally, 36% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $69,810, so Richmond pays 11% more.
Where does Richmond rank for community and social service specialist pay?
2 of 254 metro areas with data.
How much does a community and social service specialist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $54,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,960 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.