How much does a loading and moving machine operator make in Virginia?
$76,900a year
Median yearly pay for loading and moving machine operators in Virginia. That is $36.97 an hour or $6,408 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.97
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 20
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,210Median: $76,900Highest 10%: $93,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,210 | $31.83 | |
| 25th | $75,620 | $36.36 | |
| Median | $76,900 | $36.97 | |
| 75th | $81,540 | $39.20 | |
| 90th | $93,120 | $44.77 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for loading and moving machine operators.
| 3. Nevada | $82,920 |
| 4. South Carolina | $80,480 |
| 5. Colorado | $79,150 |
| 6. Virginia | $76,900 |
| 7. Illinois | $75,890 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $75,240 |
| 9. West Virginia | $74,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a loading and moving machine operator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $36.97 ($76,900 a year).
Do loading and moving machine operators make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $76,900 against $74,500 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Virginia rank for loading and moving machine operator pay?
Virginia ranks 6 of 20 states.
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.