How much does a history teacher make in Richmond?
$86,410a year
Median yearly pay for history teachers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $41.54 an hour or $7,201 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.54
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,970Median: $86,410Highest 10%: $132,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,970 | $26.43 | |
| 25th | $67,010 | $32.22 | |
| Median | $86,410 | $41.54 | |
| 75th | $107,100 | $51.47 | |
| 90th | $132,400 | $63.67 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for history teachers.
| Washington, DC | $96,840 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $84,690 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $82,860 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $131,300 |
| Economics Teacher | $128,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $105,000 |
| Physics Teacher | $103,700 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $101,100 |
| Business Teacher | $98,170 |
| Political Science Teacher | $92,410 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $86,670 |
| Area | $85,960 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $85,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a history teacher make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $41.54 ($86,410 a year).
Do history teachers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $86,410 against $83,820 nationally, 3% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $85,910, so Richmond pays 1% more.
Where does Richmond rank for history teacher pay?
44 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a history teacher make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $54,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,400 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.