How much does an engineer make in Virginia?
$148,200a year
Median yearly pay for engineers in Virginia. That is $71.23 an hour or $12,350 a month.
- Hourly
- $71.23
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $84,590Median: $148,200Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $84,590 | $40.67 | |
| 25th | $116,900 | $56.21 | |
| Median | $148,200 | $71.23 | |
| 75th | $181,700 | $87.34 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlottesville, VA | $153,300 |
| Washington, DC | $151,300 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $138,600 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $108,800 |
| Richmond, VA | $108,000 |
| Kingsport, TN | $103,300 |
| Roanoke, VA | $95,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for engineers.
| 1. New Mexico | $162,100 |
| 2. Alabama | $152,600 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $151,900 |
| 4. Virginia | $148,200 |
| 5. Alaska | $142,400 |
| 6. Washington | $134,600 |
| 7. Colorado | $132,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an engineer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $71.23 ($148,200 a year).
Do engineers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $148,200 against $122,900 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Virginia rank for engineer pay?
Virginia ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays engineers the most?
Charlottesville, VA, with a median of $153,300 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.