How much does a sociology teacher make in Virginia?
$78,120a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Virginia. That is $37.56 an hour or $6,510 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.56
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,980Median: $78,120Highest 10%: $127,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,980 | $21.63 | |
| 25th | $60,320 | $29.00 | |
| Median | $78,120 | $37.56 | |
| 75th | $97,580 | $46.91 | |
| 90th | $127,500 | $61.28 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $97,580 |
| Richmond, VA | $82,230 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 28. Arizona | $78,430 |
| 29. South Carolina | $78,410 |
| 30. New Jersey | $78,350 |
| 31. Virginia | $78,120 |
| 32. Missouri | $77,800 |
| 33. New Mexico | $77,740 |
| 34. West Virginia | $77,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.56 ($78,120 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $78,120 against $84,290 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Virginia rank for sociology teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 31 of 46 states.
Which city in Virginia pays sociology teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $97,580 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.