How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Richmond?
$38,570a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $18.54 an hour or $3,214 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.54
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 240
- Jobs in the area
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,360Median: $38,570Highest 10%: $44,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,360 | $14.12 | |
| 25th | $33,310 | $16.01 | |
| Median | $38,570 | $18.54 | |
| 75th | $39,720 | $19.10 | |
| 90th | $44,210 | $21.25 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers.
| Washington, DC | $39,750 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $35,400 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $35,230 |
| Roanoke, VA | $30,890 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming | $55,810 |
| Logging Equipment Operator | $45,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $18.54 ($38,570 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $38,570 against $35,660 nationally, 8% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $35,580, so Richmond pays 8% more.
Where does Richmond rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
46 of 240 metro areas with data.
How much does a farmworker and laborer make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $44,210 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.