How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Virginia?
$35,580a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in Virginia. That is $17.11 an hour or $2,965 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.11
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,130Median: $35,580Highest 10%: $45,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,130 | $14.00 | |
| 25th | $32,120 | $15.44 | |
| Median | $35,580 | $17.11 | |
| 75th | $39,710 | $19.09 | |
| 90th | $45,700 | $21.97 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $39,750 |
| Richmond, VA | $38,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $36,100 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $35,400 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $35,230 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $33,810 |
| Roanoke, VA | $30,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworker and laborers.
| 24. Missouri | $36,280 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $35,920 |
| 26. California | $35,580 |
| 27. Virginia | $35,580 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $35,360 |
| 29. Vermont | $35,170 |
| 30. South Carolina | $35,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $17.11 ($35,580 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $35,580 against $35,660 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Virginia rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
Virginia ranks 27 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays farmworker and laborers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $39,750 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.