How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Virginia?
$84,060a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Virginia. That is $40.41 an hour or $7,005 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.41
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,320Median: $84,060Highest 10%: $177,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,320 | $20.83 | |
| 25th | $61,350 | $29.50 | |
| Median | $84,060 | $40.41 | |
| 75th | $133,700 | $64.26 | |
| 90th | $177,300 | $85.25 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $99,240 |
| Richmond, VA | $81,600 |
| Kingsport, TN | $59,600 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $52,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 4. New Jersey | $85,260 |
| 5. Oklahoma | $84,550 |
| 6. Minnesota | $84,280 |
| 7. Virginia | $84,060 |
| 8. Colorado | $83,210 |
| 9. Maryland | $82,850 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $79,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $40.41 ($84,060 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $84,060 against $77,640 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Virginia rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 48 states.
Which city in Virginia pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $99,240 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.