How much does a geographer make in Virginia?
$108,000a year
Median yearly pay for geographers in Virginia. That is $51.93 an hour or $9,002 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.93
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,650Median: $108,000Highest 10%: $156,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,650 | $34.45 | |
| 25th | $81,230 | $39.05 | |
| Median | $108,000 | $51.93 | |
| 75th | $132,600 | $63.76 | |
| 90th | $156,800 | $75.36 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $118,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geographers.
| 1. Maryland | $114,900 |
| 2. California | $114,500 |
| 3. Washington | $112,300 |
| 4. Virginia | $108,000 |
| 5. Missouri | $102,000 |
| 6. Illinois | $92,640 |
| 7. Texas | $79,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geographer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $51.93 ($108,000 a year).
Do geographers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $108,000 against $102,000 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Virginia rank for geographer pay?
Virginia ranks 4 of 7 states.
Which city in Virginia pays geographers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $118,300 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.