How much does an inspector make in Virginia?
$49,590a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Virginia. That is $23.84 an hour or $4,133 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.84
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,210Median: $49,590Highest 10%: $76,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,210 | $17.41 | |
| 25th | $40,710 | $19.57 | |
| Median | $49,590 | $23.84 | |
| 75th | $62,140 | $29.88 | |
| 90th | $76,390 | $36.73 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $61,820 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $58,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $57,660 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $57,330 |
| Staunton, VA | $52,690 |
| Richmond, VA | $48,710 |
| Roanoke, VA | $48,470 |
| Kingsport, TN | $47,160 |
| Winchester, VA | $46,220 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $46,170 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $46,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 24. New York | $49,990 |
| 25. Oklahoma | $49,630 |
| 26. Wisconsin | $49,610 |
| 27. Virginia | $49,590 |
| 28. New Mexico | $49,500 |
| 29. Louisiana | $49,490 |
| 30. Nevada | $49,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $23.84 ($49,590 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $49,590 against $48,570 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Virginia rank for inspector pay?
Virginia ranks 27 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays inspectors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $61,820 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.