How much does a sewing machine operator make in Richmond?
$35,310a year
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $16.98 an hour or $2,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.98
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 149 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $35,310Highest 10%: $48,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $29,910 | $14.38 | |
| Median | $35,310 | $16.98 | |
| 75th | $44,720 | $21.50 | |
| 90th | $48,470 | $23.30 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators.
| Washington, DC | $41,410 |
| Roanoke, VA | $36,750 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $35,730 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a sewing machine operator make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $16.98 ($35,310 a year).
Do sewing machine operators make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $35,310 against $36,670 nationally, 4% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $35,790, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for sewing machine operator pay?
149 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does a sewing machine operator make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,470 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.