How much does a teacher and instructor make in Virginia?
$85,280a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in Virginia. That is $41.00 an hour or $7,107 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.00
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,320Median: $85,280Highest 10%: $129,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,320 | $21.31 | |
| 25th | $62,000 | $29.81 | |
| Median | $85,280 | $41.00 | |
| 75th | $108,300 | $52.05 | |
| 90th | $129,200 | $62.13 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $97,920 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $82,530 |
| Richmond, VA | $82,370 |
| Winchester, VA | $69,780 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $60,010 |
| Kingsport, TN | $59,550 |
| Roanoke, VA | $55,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 4. Maryland | $94,070 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $93,040 |
| 6. California | $87,460 |
| 7. Virginia | $85,280 |
| 8. Maine | $84,330 |
| 9. New York | $78,300 |
| 10. Washington | $77,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $41.00 ($85,280 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $85,280 against $66,140 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Virginia rank for teacher and instructor pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays teacher and instructors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $97,920 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.