How much does a psychiatrist make in Virginia?
$295,000a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in Virginia. That is $141.83 an hour or $24,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $141.83
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $129,400Median: $295,000Highest 10%: $372,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $129,400 | $62.23 | |
| 25th | $215,200 | $103.44 | |
| Median | $295,000 | $141.83 | |
| 75th | $322,900 | $155.24 | |
| 90th | $372,200 | $178.93 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Roanoke, VA | $295,000 |
| Richmond, VA | $290,900 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $277,000 |
| Washington, DC | $247,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatrists.
| 13. Maine | $300,200 |
| 14. Utah | $299,700 |
| 15. Iowa | $295,300 |
| 16. Virginia | $295,000 |
| 17. Michigan | $291,900 |
| 18. Hawaii | $290,000 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $287,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $141.83 ($295,000 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $295,000 against $281,900 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for psychiatrist pay?
Virginia ranks 16 of 46 states.
Which city in Virginia pays psychiatrists the most?
Roanoke, VA, with a median of $295,000 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.