How much does an exercise physiologist make in Richmond?
$63,840a year
Median yearly pay for exercise physiologists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $30.69 an hour or $5,320 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.69
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 54
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,130Median: $63,840Highest 10%: $104,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,130 | $16.41 | |
| 25th | $47,440 | $22.81 | |
| Median | $63,840 | $30.69 | |
| 75th | $90,110 | $43.32 | |
| 90th | $104,900 | $50.44 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for exercise physiologists.
| Washington, DC | $63,480 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $45,830 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $450,500 |
| Psychiatrist | $290,900 |
| Physician | $284,100 |
| Surgeon | $259,300 |
| Physician | $240,200 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $235,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $224,200 |
| Dentist | $218,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $208,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise physiologist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $30.69 ($63,840 a year).
Do exercise physiologists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $63,840 against $59,460 nationally, 7% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $52,400, so Richmond pays 22% more.
Where does Richmond rank for exercise physiologist pay?
12 of 54 metro areas with data.
How much does an exercise physiologist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,130 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,900 or more.
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.