How much does a legal support worker make in Virginia?
$180,000a year
Median yearly pay for legal support workers in Virginia. That is $86.52 an hour or $15,000 a month.
- Hourly
- $86.52
- Vs. national median
- +150%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 45
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,540Median: $180,000Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,540 | $42.09 | |
| 25th | $131,600 | $63.29 | |
| Median | $180,000 | $86.52 | |
| 75th | $195,200 | $93.84 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $169,700 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $139,200 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $100,500 |
| Richmond, VA | $77,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for legal support workers.
| 1. Virginia | $180,000 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $88,480 |
| 3. Kansas | $88,210 |
| 4. New Jersey | $88,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a legal support worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $86.52 ($180,000 a year).
Do legal support workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $180,000 against $72,110 nationally, 150% more.
Where does Virginia rank for legal support worker pay?
Virginia ranks 1 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays legal support workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $169,700 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.