How much does a psychology teacher make in Virginia?
$77,950a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Virginia. That is $37.48 an hour or $6,496 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.48
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,050Median: $77,950Highest 10%: $135,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,050 | $22.62 | |
| 25th | $62,070 | $29.84 | |
| Median | $77,950 | $37.48 | |
| 75th | $102,100 | $49.09 | |
| 90th | $135,800 | $65.29 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $101,000 |
| Richmond, VA | $81,870 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,770 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $76,710 |
| Roanoke, VA | $65,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 27. Ohio | $78,530 |
| 28. Iowa | $78,450 |
| 29. Washington | $78,330 |
| 30. Virginia | $77,950 |
| 31. Illinois | $77,860 |
| 32. Indiana | $77,820 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $77,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.48 ($77,950 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $77,950 against $80,340 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Virginia rank for psychology teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 30 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays psychology teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $101,000 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.