How much does a teaching assistant make in Virginia?
$49,890a year
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in Virginia. That is $23.99 an hour or $4,158 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.99
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,670Median: $49,890Highest 10%: $80,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,670 | $15.23 | |
| 25th | $36,140 | $17.38 | |
| Median | $49,890 | $23.99 | |
| 75th | $64,760 | $31.13 | |
| 90th | $80,310 | $38.61 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $58,330 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $51,230 |
| Richmond, VA | $50,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teaching assistants.
| 8. North Carolina | $50,050 |
| 9. North Dakota | $49,960 |
| 10. Oklahoma | $49,920 |
| 11. Virginia | $49,890 |
| 12. Arizona | $49,810 |
| 13. Kentucky | $49,680 |
| 14. Oregon | $49,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teaching assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $23.99 ($49,890 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $49,890 against $42,910 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Virginia rank for teaching assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays teaching assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $58,330 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.