How much does a psychology teacher make in Richmond?
$81,870a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $39.36 an hour or $6,823 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.36
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,210Median: $81,870Highest 10%: $132,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| 25th | $64,990 | $31.25 | |
| Median | $81,870 | $39.36 | |
| 75th | $101,800 | $48.95 | |
| 90th | $132,800 | $63.86 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Washington, DC | $101,000 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,770 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $76,710 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $131,300 |
| Economics Teacher | $128,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $105,000 |
| Physics Teacher | $103,700 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $101,100 |
| Business Teacher | $98,170 |
| Political Science Teacher | $92,410 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $86,670 |
| History Teacher | $86,410 |
| Area | $85,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $39.36 ($81,870 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $81,870 against $80,340 nationally, 2% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $77,950, so Richmond pays 5% more.
Where does Richmond rank for psychology teacher pay?
46 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,800 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.