How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make in Virginia?
$35,870a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation and serving related workers in Virginia. That is $17.25 an hour or $2,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.25
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,780Median: $35,870Highest 10%: $45,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,780 | $13.36 | |
| 25th | $31,640 | $15.21 | |
| Median | $35,870 | $17.25 | |
| 75th | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| 90th | $45,760 | $22.00 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $38,590 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $36,780 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $36,230 |
| Kingsport, TN | $35,280 |
| Richmond, VA | $33,980 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $32,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation and serving related workers.
| 13. Connecticut | $36,320 |
| 14. New Jersey | $36,290 |
| 15. New Mexico | $36,250 |
| 16. Virginia | $35,870 |
| 17. Colorado | $35,710 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $35,300 |
| 19. Michigan | $35,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $17.25 ($35,870 a year).
Do food preparation and serving related workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $35,870 against $35,840 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Virginia rank for food preparation and serving related worker pay?
Virginia ranks 16 of 44 states.
Which city in Virginia pays food preparation and serving related workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $38,590 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.