How much does a social worker make in Virginia?
$92,930a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Virginia. That is $44.68 an hour or $7,744 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.68
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,460Median: $92,930Highest 10%: $120,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,460 | $23.30 | |
| 25th | $70,800 | $34.04 | |
| Median | $92,930 | $44.68 | |
| 75th | $111,400 | $53.54 | |
| 90th | $120,800 | $58.07 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Roanoke, VA | $97,060 |
| Richmond, VA | $96,970 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $94,220 |
| Washington, DC | $93,220 |
| Kingsport, TN | $36,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 11. Alabama | $94,270 |
| 12. South Dakota | $93,760 |
| 13. Delaware | $93,250 |
| 14. Virginia | $92,930 |
| 15. Mississippi | $91,560 |
| 16. Iowa | $91,170 |
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $44.68 ($92,930 a year).
Do social workers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $92,930 against $71,900 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Virginia rank for social worker pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays social workers the most?
Roanoke, VA, with a median of $97,060 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.