How much does a nursing assistant make in Virginia?
$43,200a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in Virginia. That is $20.77 an hour or $3,600 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.77
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 40,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,560Median: $43,200Highest 10%: $50,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,560 | $15.17 | |
| 25th | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| Median | $43,200 | $20.77 | |
| 75th | $46,930 | $22.56 | |
| 90th | $50,980 | $24.51 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $45,730 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $44,140 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $43,660 |
| Richmond, VA | $42,720 |
| Staunton, VA | $42,490 |
| Winchester, VA | $39,970 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,990 |
| Roanoke, VA | $38,960 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $38,830 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $37,850 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing assistants.
| 21. Arizona | $44,780 |
| 22. Pennsylvania | $44,590 |
| 23. Maryland | $43,240 |
| 24. Virginia | $43,200 |
| 25. Delaware | $42,030 |
| 26. Montana | $40,900 |
| 27. Nebraska | $40,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $20.77 ($43,200 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $43,200 against $42,260 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Virginia rank for nursing assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays nursing assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $45,730 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.