How much does a transportation make in Richmond?
$111,500a year
Median yearly pay for transportations in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $53.60 an hour or $9,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.60
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,000Median: $111,500Highest 10%: $209,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,000 | $37.50 | |
| 25th | $93,980 | $45.18 | |
| Median | $111,500 | $53.60 | |
| 75th | $157,300 | $75.64 | |
| 90th | $209,800 | $100.88 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for transportations.
| Washington, DC | $129,100 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $116,000 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $108,400 |
| Roanoke, VA | $101,100 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $98,950 |
| Winchester, VA | $96,700 |
| Staunton, VA | $95,700 |
| Kingsport, TN | $95,090 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $90,160 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chief Executive | $326,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $180,600 |
| Marketing Manager | $174,100 |
| Financial Manager | $173,100 |
| Sales Manager | $168,600 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $167,200 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $161,000 |
| Public Relations Manager | $160,500 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $157,400 |
| Human Resources Manager | $152,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $53.60 ($111,500 a year).
Do transportations make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $111,500 against $107,200 nationally, 4% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $119,100, so Richmond pays 6% less.
Where does Richmond rank for transportation pay?
69 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $78,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $209,800 or more.
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.