How much does a paramedic make in Virginia?
$60,480a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Virginia. That is $29.08 an hour or $5,040 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.08
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,520Median: $60,480Highest 10%: $77,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| 25th | $49,960 | $24.02 | |
| Median | $60,480 | $29.08 | |
| 75th | $67,030 | $32.23 | |
| 90th | $77,280 | $37.15 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $75,190 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $64,120 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $63,870 |
| Richmond, VA | $63,750 |
| Winchester, VA | $60,600 |
| Roanoke, VA | $59,020 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $50,150 |
| Kingsport, TN | $47,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 21. Pennsylvania | $61,000 |
| 22. Illinois | $60,660 |
| 23. Iowa | $60,590 |
| 24. Virginia | $60,480 |
| 25. Idaho | $60,380 |
| 26. Vermont | $60,360 |
| 27. Indiana | $60,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.08 ($60,480 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $60,480 against $60,600 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Virginia rank for paramedic pay?
Virginia ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays paramedics the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $75,190 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.