How much does a psychologist make in Virginia?
$140,600a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in Virginia. That is $67.62 an hour or $11,720 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.62
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,070Median: $140,600Highest 10%: $185,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,070 | $36.09 | |
| 25th | $116,000 | $55.76 | |
| Median | $140,600 | $67.62 | |
| 75th | $165,600 | $79.63 | |
| 90th | $185,200 | $89.05 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $152,100 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $135,500 |
| Washington, DC | $129,700 |
| Roanoke, VA | $128,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 2. Kentucky | $150,000 |
| 3. Nevada | $146,900 |
| 4. Oklahoma | $141,300 |
| 5. Virginia | $140,600 |
| 6. Iowa | $138,400 |
| 7. Tennessee | $138,100 |
| 8. Arizona | $137,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $67.62 ($140,600 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $140,600 against $110,800 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Virginia rank for psychologist pay?
Virginia ranks 5 of 42 states.
Which city in Virginia pays psychologists the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $152,100 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.