How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Richmond?
$47,840a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $23.00 an hour or $3,987 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.00
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 106 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 4,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,230Median: $47,840Highest 10%: $63,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,230 | $16.46 | |
| 25th | $39,150 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $47,840 | $23.00 | |
| 75th | $54,630 | $26.26 | |
| 90th | $63,120 | $30.35 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| Washington, DC | $53,660 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $53,100 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $46,320 |
| Winchester, VA | $45,990 |
| Staunton, VA | $45,890 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $45,690 |
| Roanoke, VA | $45,100 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $44,100 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $41,510 |
| Kingsport, TN | $39,850 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $23.00 ($47,840 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $47,840 against $47,540 nationally, 1% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $47,620, so Richmond pays 0% more.
Where does Richmond rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
106 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,230 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,120 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.