How much does a computer programmer make in Virginia?
$121,600a year
Median yearly pay for computer programmers in Virginia. That is $58.47 an hour or $10,130 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.47
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 3,070
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,010Median: $121,600Highest 10%: $182,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,010 | $32.22 | |
| 25th | $87,520 | $42.08 | |
| Median | $121,600 | $58.47 | |
| 75th | $160,500 | $77.18 | |
| 90th | $182,900 | $87.93 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $130,400 |
| Richmond, VA | $112,700 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $109,800 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $103,100 |
| Roanoke, VA | $92,830 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $87,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer programmers.
| 2. Massachusetts | $128,400 |
| 3. Washington | $125,600 |
| 4. Maryland | $125,600 |
| 5. Virginia | $121,600 |
| 6. Hawaii | $118,200 |
| 7. California | $116,800 |
| 8. Arkansas | $111,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer programmer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $58.47 ($121,600 a year).
Do computer programmers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $121,600 against $100,400 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Virginia rank for computer programmer pay?
Virginia ranks 5 of 46 states.
Which city in Virginia pays computer programmers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $130,400 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.