How much does an emergency management director make in Virginia?
$99,860a year
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors in Virginia. That is $48.01 an hour or $8,322 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.01
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,190Median: $99,860Highest 10%: $179,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,190 | $32.30 | |
| 25th | $79,420 | $38.18 | |
| Median | $99,860 | $48.01 | |
| 75th | $132,500 | $63.72 | |
| 90th | $179,100 | $86.13 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $163,200 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $97,990 |
| Richmond, VA | $92,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for emergency management directors.
| 11. Minnesota | $106,900 |
| 12. Nevada | $105,600 |
| 13. Alaska | $101,900 |
| 14. Virginia | $99,860 |
| 15. Idaho | $99,720 |
| 16. Florida | $99,020 |
| 17. Louisiana | $96,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency management director make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $48.01 ($99,860 a year).
Do emergency management directors make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $99,860 against $93,330 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Virginia rank for emergency management director pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 47 states.
Which city in Virginia pays emergency management directors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $163,200 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.