Virginia Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Virginia. Prices in Virginia were 1.1% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 101.1).
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | 97.9 | -2.1% |
| Virginia (statewide) | 101.1 | +1.1% |
Top Paying Occupations in Virginia
| Occupation | VA Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $167,210 | $159,670 | +$7,540 | Richmond, VA |
| Software Developer | $136,460 | $135,980 | +$480 | Richmond, VA |
| Financial Analyst | $105,490 | $102,740 | +$2,750 | Richmond, VA |
| Registered Nurse | $93,600 | $97,550 | -$3,950 | Richmond, VA |
| Electrician | $62,900 | $63,190 | -$290 | Richmond, VA |
Salary by City — Virginia
4Wages and Prices in Virginia
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Virginia: Richmond. BEA's regional price parity for it is 97.9 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 101.1.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $167,210; in Richmond, VA, the one metro area covered here, its median is $144,910.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Virginia.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Virginia
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $278,530 | $350,550 | 8,480 |
| Sales Manager | $191,130 | $236,690 | 9,670 |
| Marketing Manager | $187,820 | $246,900 | 6,890 |
| Lawyer | $167,210 | $207,480 | 18,580 |
| HR Manager | $165,980 | $209,960 | 5,770 |
| Pharmacist | $144,060 | $161,600 | 7,980 |
| Network Engineer | $141,340 | $174,510 | 9,380 |
| Cloud Architect | $139,030 | $165,320 | 17,000 |
| Software Developer | $136,460 | $171,090 | 88,280 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $134,900 | $169,970 | 19,120 |
| Actuary | $131,900 | $166,920 | 440 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,810 | $139,500 | 7,110 |
| Data Scientist | $126,430 | $165,610 | 8,920 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $126,430 | $165,610 | 8,920 |
| Operations Manager | $122,080 | $178,490 | 103,590 |
| Project Manager | $120,840 | $158,050 | 43,860 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $119,140 | $157,250 | 3,380 |
| Construction Manager | $119,110 | $153,220 | 7,290 |
| Business Analyst | $117,580 | $152,730 | 59,620 |
| DevOps Engineer | $109,610 | $136,480 | 12,430 |
| Financial Analyst | $105,490 | $137,490 | 10,410 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $104,180 | $131,250 | 7,470 |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,950 | $119,690 | 3,770 |
| Financial Advisor | $102,640 | $199,990 | 6,340 |
| Physical Therapist | $101,450 | $118,670 | 7,630 |
| Occupational Therapist | $100,710 | $118,740 | 4,150 |
| Civil Engineer | $97,120 | $126,780 | 11,350 |
| Registered Nurse | $93,600 | $103,030 | 77,490 |
| Technical Writer | $93,600 | $113,510 | 2,280 |
| Database Administrator | $93,320 | $125,110 | 5,940 |
| Accountant | $93,290 | $123,510 | 47,100 |
| Tax Manager | $93,290 | $123,510 | 47,100 |
| College Professor | $84,060 | $133,660 | 1,580 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $80,670 | $95,870 | 5,140 |
| UX Designer | $77,140 | $102,370 | 1,990 |
| School Counselor | $67,660 | $83,440 | 9,450 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,550 | $82,350 | 37,880 |
| Paralegal | $63,990 | $81,590 | 10,250 |
| Investment Banker | $62,910 | $104,580 | 11,320 |
| Electrician | $62,900 | $78,190 | 23,630 |
| Plumber | $60,470 | $71,780 | 13,780 |
| HVAC Technician | $59,730 | $73,440 | 14,690 |
| Welder | $59,180 | $65,400 | 10,100 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,740 | $46,570 | 16,650 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Virginia?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Virginia at $167,210 per year, followed by Software Developer at $136,460. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Virginia compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Virginia at 101.1 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 1.1% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Richmond, VA 97.9.