How much does an explosives worker make in Virginia?
$63,920a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in Virginia. That is $30.73 an hour or $5,327 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.73
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,900Median: $63,920Highest 10%: $80,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,900 | $24.95 | |
| 25th | $61,410 | $29.52 | |
| Median | $63,920 | $30.73 | |
| 75th | $76,280 | $36.67 | |
| 90th | $80,260 | $38.59 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $63,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 11. Utah | $67,910 |
| 12. Hawaii | $64,560 |
| 13. Missouri | $64,040 |
| 14. Virginia | $63,920 |
| 15. Georgia | $61,480 |
| 16. Illinois | $60,520 |
| 17. Nevada | $60,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $30.73 ($63,920 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $63,920 against $61,390 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Virginia rank for explosives worker pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 32 states.
Which city in Virginia pays explosives workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $63,920 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.