How much does a psychiatrist make in Richmond?
$290,900a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $139.86 an hour or $24,240 a month.
- Hourly
- $139.86
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 103
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $132,800Median: $290,900Highest 10%: $342,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $132,800 | $63.86 | |
| 25th | $213,800 | $102.77 | |
| Median | $290,900 | $139.86 | |
| 75th | $331,200 | $159.24 | |
| 90th | $342,900 | $164.84 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists.
| Roanoke, VA | $295,000 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $277,000 |
| Washington, DC | $247,000 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $450,500 |
| Physician | $284,100 |
| Surgeon | $259,300 |
| Physician | $240,200 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $235,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $224,200 |
| Dentist | $218,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $208,800 |
| Pediatrician | $165,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $139.86 ($290,900 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $290,900 against $281,900 nationally, 3% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $295,000, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for psychiatrist pay?
42 of 103 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatrist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $132,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $342,900 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.