How much does a life make in Virginia Beach?
$78,540a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area. That is $37.76 an hour or $6,545 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.76
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,640Median: $78,540Highest 10%: $107,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,640 | $20.98 | |
| 25th | $64,080 | $30.81 | |
| Median | $78,540 | $37.76 | |
| 75th | $95,040 | $45.69 | |
| 90th | $107,300 | $51.61 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for lifes.
| Lynchburg, VA | $95,770 |
| Washington, DC | $80,600 |
| Richmond, VA | $62,610 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $61,100 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $58,000 |
Related jobs in Virginia Beach
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $135,500 |
| Physical Scientist | $117,600 |
| Nuclear Technician | $114,900 |
| Physicist | $110,900 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $107,900 |
| Economist | $103,600 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $98,920 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $91,010 |
| Biological Scientist | $90,020 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $89,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Virginia Beach?
The median hourly pay in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area is $37.76 ($78,540 a year).
Do lifes make more in Virginia Beach than the national average?
Yes: $78,540 against $62,280 nationally, 26% more.
How does Virginia Beach compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $67,240, so Virginia Beach pays 17% more.
Where does Virginia Beach rank for life pay?
14 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a life make starting out in Virginia Beach?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $107,300 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.