Economists Salary in Virginia
Ranked #7 of 40 · VA
1.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $144,880 ≈ $70/hr
Median annual salary $137,590
Employment 950
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $74,600P25 $93,920 Median $137,590P75 $179,730P90 $232,410
About 80% of economistss in Virginia earn between $74,600 and $232,410. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean economists salary in Virginia is $144,880, about 1.9% above the U.S. average ($142,130). That works out to roughly $70/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $112,330 | $137,150 | 120 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $103,600 | $109,300 | 50 |