How much does a protective service worker make in Virginia?
$35,230a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Virginia. That is $16.94 an hour or $2,936 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.94
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,120Median: $35,230Highest 10%: $79,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,120 | $13.04 | |
| 25th | $27,120 | $13.04 | |
| Median | $35,230 | $16.94 | |
| 75th | $48,670 | $23.40 | |
| 90th | $79,250 | $38.10 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $58,780 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $45,060 |
| Kingsport, TN | $43,490 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $40,330 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $34,940 |
| Winchester, VA | $34,540 |
| Roanoke, VA | $33,640 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 45. Iowa | $38,160 |
| 46. Illinois | $38,020 |
| 47. Connecticut | $37,480 |
| 48. Virginia | $35,230 |
| 49. Pennsylvania | $34,320 |
| 50. Texas | $33,500 |
| 51. Arkansas | $31,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $16.94 ($35,230 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $35,230 against $42,540 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Virginia rank for protective service worker pay?
Virginia ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays protective service workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $58,780 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.