How much does a media and communication worker make in Virginia?
$69,420a year
Median yearly pay for media and communication workers in Virginia. That is $33.38 an hour or $5,785 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.38
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,430Median: $69,420Highest 10%: $95,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,430 | $16.55 | |
| 25th | $49,760 | $23.92 | |
| Median | $69,420 | $33.38 | |
| 75th | $92,560 | $44.50 | |
| 90th | $95,260 | $45.80 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $59,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for media and communication workers.
| 4. Minnesota | $71,090 |
| 5. Wisconsin | $69,780 |
| 6. Pennsylvania | $69,470 |
| 7. Virginia | $69,420 |
| 8. District of Columbia | $67,450 |
| 9. Florida | $67,450 |
| 10. Georgia | $67,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a media and communication worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $33.38 ($69,420 a year).
Do media and communication workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $69,420 against $73,620 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Virginia rank for media and communication worker pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 35 states.
Which city in Virginia pays media and communication workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $59,070 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.