How much does a physician make in Charlottesville?
$286,100a year
Median yearly pay for physicians in the Charlottesville, VA metro area. That is $137.54 an hour or $23,840 a month.
- Hourly
- $137.54
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 181 of 340
- Jobs in the area
- 1,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $222,900Median: $286,100Highest 10%: $320,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $222,900 | $107.14 | |
| 25th | $222,900 | $107.14 | |
| Median | $286,100 | $137.54 | |
| 75th | $286,100 | $137.54 | |
| 90th | $320,300 | $154.01 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for physicians.
| Richmond, VA | $284,100 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $273,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $266,300 |
| Staunton, VA | $239,700 |
| Winchester, VA | $210,600 |
| Washington, DC | $208,700 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $207,800 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $197,600 |
| Kingsport, TN | $124,100 |
Related jobs in Charlottesville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nurse Anesthetist | $241,500 |
| Dentist | $162,400 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $143,000 |
| Pharmacist | $142,200 |
| Physician Assistant | $133,500 |
| Veterinarian | $127,500 |
| Dental Hygienist | $107,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $102,400 |
| Occupational Therapist | $100,900 |
| Registered Nurse | $99,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physician make an hour in Charlottesville?
The median hourly pay in the Charlottesville, VA metro area is $137.54 ($286,100 a year).
Do physicians make more in Charlottesville than the national average?
Yes: $286,100 against $265,900 nationally, 8% more.
How does Charlottesville compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $278,500, so Charlottesville pays 3% more.
Where does Charlottesville rank for physician pay?
181 of 340 metro areas with data.
How much does a physician make starting out in Charlottesville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $222,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $320,300 or more.
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.