How much does a courier and messenger make in Virginia?
$37,820a year
Median yearly pay for courier and messengers in Virginia. That is $18.18 an hour or $3,152 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.18
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,180Median: $37,820Highest 10%: $54,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,180 | $14.99 | |
| 25th | $36,400 | $17.50 | |
| Median | $37,820 | $18.18 | |
| 75th | $45,390 | $21.82 | |
| 90th | $54,910 | $26.40 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $44,840 |
| Winchester, VA | $41,480 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $39,340 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $38,580 |
| Richmond, VA | $38,270 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $37,820 |
| Roanoke, VA | $35,890 |
| Kingsport, TN | $35,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courier and messengers.
| 33. Ohio | $38,320 |
| 34. North Dakota | $38,090 |
| 35. Michigan | $37,940 |
| 36. Virginia | $37,820 |
| 37. Florida | $37,740 |
| 38. Indiana | $37,270 |
| 39. Arkansas | $37,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a courier and messenger make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $18.18 ($37,820 a year).
Do courier and messengers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $37,820 against $39,200 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Virginia rank for courier and messenger pay?
Virginia ranks 36 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays courier and messengers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $44,840 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.