How much does a counselor make in Virginia?
$76,450a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Virginia. That is $36.75 an hour or $6,371 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.75
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,030Median: $76,450Highest 10%: $167,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,030 | $23.57 | |
| 25th | $55,310 | $26.59 | |
| Median | $76,450 | $36.75 | |
| 75th | $127,000 | $61.05 | |
| 90th | $167,000 | $80.27 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $98,850 |
| Washington, DC | $70,610 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 2. Utah | $93,530 |
| 3. Georgia | $79,490 |
| 4. Oregon | $78,750 |
| 5. Virginia | $76,450 |
| 6. New Jersey | $73,360 |
| 7. Wisconsin | $71,390 |
| 8. North Dakota | $69,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $36.75 ($76,450 a year).
Do counselors make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $76,450 against $50,860 nationally, 50% more.
Where does Virginia rank for counselor pay?
Virginia ranks 5 of 44 states.
Which city in Virginia pays counselors the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $98,850 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.