How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Virginia?
$47,620a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Virginia. That is $22.89 an hour or $3,968 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.89
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 31,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,040Median: $47,620Highest 10%: $66,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,040 | $16.37 | |
| 25th | $39,040 | $18.77 | |
| Median | $47,620 | $22.89 | |
| 75th | $57,600 | $27.69 | |
| 90th | $66,700 | $32.07 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $53,660 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $53,100 |
| Richmond, VA | $47,840 |
| 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 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 19. Delaware | $47,970 |
| 20. Arizona | $47,940 |
| 21. Wisconsin | $47,710 |
| 22. Virginia | $47,620 |
| 23. North Dakota | $47,480 |
| 24. Utah | $47,050 |
| 25. Nebraska | $46,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.89 ($47,620 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $47,620 against $47,540 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Virginia rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $53,660 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.