How much does a surgical assistant make in Virginia?
$78,910a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in Virginia. That is $37.94 an hour or $6,576 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.94
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,760Median: $78,910Highest 10%: $127,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,760 | $22.96 | |
| 25th | $51,030 | $24.53 | |
| Median | $78,910 | $37.94 | |
| 75th | $103,900 | $49.93 | |
| 90th | $127,100 | $61.13 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,530 |
| Kingsport, TN | $65,260 |
| Washington, DC | $60,410 |
| Richmond, VA | $51,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgical assistants.
| 8. Tennessee | $81,640 |
| 9. Oregon | $80,450 |
| 10. Illinois | $80,210 |
| 11. Virginia | $78,910 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $78,030 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $77,670 |
| 14. Ohio | $77,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.94 ($78,910 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $78,910 against $66,800 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Virginia rank for surgical assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 44 states.
Which city in Virginia pays surgical assistants the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $99,530 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.