How much does a lighting technician make in Virginia?
$60,340a year
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians in Virginia. That is $29.01 an hour or $5,028 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.01
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,360Median: $60,340Highest 10%: $75,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,360 | $14.12 | |
| 25th | $44,610 | $21.45 | |
| Median | $60,340 | $29.01 | |
| 75th | $64,320 | $30.92 | |
| 90th | $75,000 | $36.06 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $63,090 |
| Richmond, VA | $55,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lighting technicians.
| 9. Florida | $62,190 |
| 10. Nevada | $61,250 |
| 11. Tennessee | $60,870 |
| 12. Virginia | $60,340 |
| 13. Michigan | $60,210 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $60,110 |
| 15. Oregon | $57,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lighting technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.01 ($60,340 a year).
Do lighting technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $60,340 against $68,060 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Virginia rank for lighting technician pay?
Virginia ranks 12 of 27 states.
Which city in Virginia pays lighting technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $63,090 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.