Art Directors Salary in Richmond, VA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Richmond, VA

Median annual salary $94,990 -14.5% vs national
Median hourly $45.67
10th percentile $70,220
90th percentile $118,740
Employed locally 180
National median $111,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,220
    25th
    $78,840
    50th (median)
    $94,990
    75th
    $113,710
    90th
    $118,740

    Richmond economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,405 2023 • Census ACS
    Art Directors salary vs area income 113% Median Art Directors salary is 13% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Art Directors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,760
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $158,690
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $155,350
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $153,890
    Oregon $148,410
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $143,490

    Nearby metros — Art Directors salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,760
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $155,350
    Savannah, GA $117,650
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $108,130
    Pennsylvania $89,990
    Nevada $89,710

    Related occupations in Richmond, VA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Public Relations Specialists $72,070
    Coaches and Scouts $46,540
    Graphic Designers $63,450
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $37,630
    Audio and Video Technicians $52,630
    Interior Designers $65,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Art Directors make per hour in Richmond?

    The median hourly wage for Art Directors in Richmond, VA is $45.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.90 or more per hour.

    Is Richmond above or below average for Art Directors salaries?

    The median Art Directors salary in Richmond, VA is 14.5% below the national median of $111,040. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Art Directors in Richmond?

    Entry-level Art Directors (10th percentile) earn around $70,220 per year in Richmond, VA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,840.