How much does a painting make in Virginia?
$47,090a year
Median yearly pay for paintings in Virginia. That is $22.64 an hour or $3,924 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.64
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,640Median: $47,090Highest 10%: $62,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,640 | $17.62 | |
| 25th | $37,960 | $18.25 | |
| Median | $47,090 | $22.64 | |
| 75th | $56,840 | $27.33 | |
| 90th | $62,640 | $30.12 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $53,290 |
| Richmond, VA | $48,570 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $46,810 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $37,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paintings.
| 9. New York | $48,510 |
| 10. Wisconsin | $48,330 |
| 11. Maryland | $47,320 |
| 12. Virginia | $47,090 |
| 13. Iowa | $46,670 |
| 14. Georgia | $46,310 |
| 15. Idaho | $45,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a painting make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.64 ($47,090 a year).
Do paintings make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $47,090 against $41,600 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Virginia rank for painting pay?
Virginia ranks 12 of 37 states.
Which city in Virginia pays paintings the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $53,290 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.