How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Virginia?
$95,660a year
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in Virginia. That is $45.99 an hour or $7,972 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.99
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,540Median: $95,660Highest 10%: $122,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,540 | $37.28 | |
| 25th | $82,510 | $39.67 | |
| Median | $95,660 | $45.99 | |
| 75th | $103,000 | $49.52 | |
| 90th | $122,900 | $59.10 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $105,300 |
| Richmond, VA | $95,660 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $95,130 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $88,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $86,630 |
| Winchester, VA | $83,470 |
| Roanoke, VA | $83,140 |
| Kingsport, TN | $75,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| 24. Delaware | $98,530 |
| 25. Kansas | $96,310 |
| 26. Nevada | $95,980 |
| 27. Virginia | $95,660 |
| 28. Maine | $95,230 |
| 29. Rhode Island | $92,820 |
| 30. Texas | $92,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $45.99 ($95,660 a year).
Do diagnostic medical sonographers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $95,660 against $96,590 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Virginia rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
Virginia ranks 27 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays diagnostic medical sonographers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $105,300 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.