How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make in Virginia?
$46,180a year
Median yearly pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants in Virginia. That is $22.20 an hour or $3,848 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.20
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 27,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,180Median: $46,180Highest 10%: $58,350
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $39,500 | $18.99 | |
| Median | $46,180 | $22.20 | |
| 75th | $48,720 | $23.42 | |
| 90th | $58,350 | $28.05 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $48,280 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $45,460 |
| Staunton, VA | $44,410 |
| Richmond, VA | $44,310 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $44,080 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $43,580 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $43,030 |
| Winchester, VA | $42,710 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $39,820 |
| Roanoke, VA | $37,270 |
| Kingsport, TN | $36,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants.
| 18. Colorado | $46,920 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $46,860 |
| 20. Illinois | $46,670 |
| 21. Virginia | $46,180 |
| 22. Nebraska | $46,100 |
| 23. Arizona | $45,820 |
| 24. South Dakota | $45,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.20 ($46,180 a year).
Do medical secretary and administrative assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $46,180 against $45,930 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for medical secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays medical secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $48,280 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.