How much does a transportation security screener make in Virginia?
$69,910a year
Median yearly pay for transportation security screeners in Virginia. That is $33.61 an hour or $5,826 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.61
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,130Median: $69,910Highest 10%: $76,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| 25th | $57,160 | $27.48 | |
| Median | $69,910 | $33.61 | |
| 75th | $72,240 | $34.73 | |
| 90th | $76,900 | $36.97 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $69,910 |
| Richmond, VA | $65,960 |
| Kingsport, TN | $63,130 |
| Roanoke, VA | $63,130 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $62,000 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $61,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation security screeners.
| 9. Alaska | $71,390 |
| 10. Illinois | $70,570 |
| 11. Hawaii | $70,160 |
| 12. Virginia | $69,910 |
| 13. Texas | $68,640 |
| 14. Michigan | $67,390 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $67,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation security screener make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $33.61 ($69,910 a year).
Do transportation security screeners make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $69,910 against $66,770 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for transportation security screener pay?
Virginia ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays transportation security screeners the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $69,910 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.