How much does a graphic designer make in Virginia?
$72,310a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Virginia. That is $34.76 an hour or $6,026 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.76
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,020Median: $72,310Highest 10%: $121,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,020 | $18.76 | |
| 25th | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| Median | $72,310 | $34.76 | |
| 75th | $95,420 | $45.88 | |
| 90th | $121,700 | $58.50 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $85,420 |
| Richmond, VA | $66,350 |
| Winchester, VA | $62,450 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $61,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $60,150 |
| Roanoke, VA | $60,120 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $56,630 |
| Staunton, VA | $56,410 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $53,310 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $49,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 7. New Jersey | $73,790 |
| 8. Washington | $72,710 |
| 9. Connecticut | $72,700 |
| 10. Virginia | $72,310 |
| 11. Colorado | $66,330 |
| 12. Oregon | $66,040 |
| 13. Vermont | $65,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $34.76 ($72,310 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $72,310 against $62,960 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Virginia rank for graphic designer pay?
Virginia ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays graphic designers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $85,420 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.