How much does a medical scientist make in Virginia?
$93,620a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Virginia. That is $45.01 an hour or $7,802 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.01
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 4,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,540Median: $93,620Highest 10%: $186,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,540 | $31.51 | |
| 25th | $77,120 | $37.08 | |
| Median | $93,620 | $45.01 | |
| 75th | $134,900 | $64.88 | |
| 90th | $186,800 | $89.81 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $107,100 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $78,620 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $77,650 |
| Winchester, VA | $77,620 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $65,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 19. Nevada | $98,560 |
| 20. Florida | $94,940 |
| 21. Maine | $93,730 |
| 22. Virginia | $93,620 |
| 23. Georgia | $92,450 |
| 24. Minnesota | $89,950 |
| 25. New York | $87,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $45.01 ($93,620 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $93,620 against $103,400 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Virginia rank for medical scientist pay?
Virginia ranks 22 of 46 states.
Which city in Virginia pays medical scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $107,100 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.