How much does a compensation make in Virginia?
$81,190a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Virginia. That is $39.03 an hour or $6,766 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.03
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,410Median: $81,190Highest 10%: $136,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,410 | $26.16 | |
| 25th | $63,510 | $30.53 | |
| Median | $81,190 | $39.03 | |
| 75th | $102,900 | $49.45 | |
| 90th | $136,000 | $65.40 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $91,660 |
| Richmond, VA | $80,990 |
| Roanoke, VA | $74,460 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $73,160 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $70,610 |
| Kingsport, TN | $67,830 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $65,990 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $62,770 |
| Winchester, VA | $62,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 9. Oregon | $83,320 |
| 10. New York | $83,200 |
| 11. Connecticut | $83,100 |
| 12. Virginia | $81,190 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $80,810 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $80,330 |
| 15. Maryland | $79,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $39.03 ($81,190 a year).
Do compensations make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $81,190 against $78,210 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Virginia rank for compensation pay?
Virginia ranks 12 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays compensations the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $91,660 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.