How much does a data scientist make in Virginia?
$126,400a year
Median yearly pay for data scientists in Virginia. That is $60.78 an hour or $10,540 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.78
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 8,920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,420Median: $126,400Highest 10%: $207,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,420 | $36.74 | |
| 25th | $97,390 | $46.82 | |
| Median | $126,400 | $60.78 | |
| 75th | $165,600 | $79.62 | |
| 90th | $207,900 | $99.95 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlottesville, VA | $149,800 |
| Washington, DC | $132,200 |
| Winchester, VA | $130,000 |
| Richmond, VA | $122,500 |
| Roanoke, VA | $106,100 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $100,300 |
| Kingsport, TN | $98,470 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $89,070 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $79,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for data scientists.
| 7. Minnesota | $128,800 |
| 8. Vermont | $127,100 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $126,500 |
| 10. Virginia | $126,400 |
| 11. Connecticut | $126,300 |
| 12. Oregon | $126,000 |
| 13. Texas | $122,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a data scientist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $60.78 ($126,400 a year).
Do data scientists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $126,400 against $120,200 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for data scientist pay?
Virginia ranks 10 of 49 states.
Which city in Virginia pays data scientists the most?
Charlottesville, VA, with a median of $149,800 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.