How much does a musician and singer make in Virginia?
$105,200a year
Median yearly pay for musician and singers in Virginia. That is $50.60 an hour or $8,771 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.60
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $133,600 |
| Richmond, VA | $114,400 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for musician and singers.
| 4. Illinois | $110,500 |
| 5. Hawaii | $109,400 |
| 6. Connecticut | $105,600 |
| 7. Virginia | $105,200 |
| 8. Florida | $105,000 |
| 9. Montana | $97,430 |
| 10. Washington | $96,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a musician and singer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $50.60 ($105,200 a year).
Do musician and singers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $105,200 against $99,420 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Virginia rank for musician and singer pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 28 states.
Which city in Virginia pays musician and singers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $133,600 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.