How much does a social sciences teacher make in Virginia?
$94,740a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Virginia. That is $45.55 an hour or $7,895 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.55
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,320Median: $94,740Highest 10%: $157,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,320 | $35.73 | |
| 25th | $78,680 | $37.83 | |
| Median | $94,740 | $45.55 | |
| 75th | $112,700 | $54.19 | |
| 90th | $157,800 | $75.85 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $78,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 4. Utah | $102,000 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $98,260 |
| 6. Michigan | $97,450 |
| 7. Virginia | $94,740 |
| 8. New Mexico | $89,860 |
| 9. Iowa | $83,920 |
| 10. Vermont | $83,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $45.55 ($94,740 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $94,740 against $72,990 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Virginia rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 40 states.
Which city in Virginia pays social sciences teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $78,060 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.