Curators Salary in Charlottesville, VA

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

Median annual salary $59,370 -3.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.54
10th percentile $32,190
90th percentile $139,250
Employed locally 30
National median $61,770

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,190
    25th
    $39,140
    50th (median)
    $59,370
    75th
    $75,700
    90th
    $139,250

    Charlottesville economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $90,552 2023 • Census ACS
    Curators salary vs area income 66% Median Curators salary is 34% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Curators make per hour in Charlottesville?

    The median hourly wage for Curators in Charlottesville, VA is $28.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.95 or more per hour.

    Is Charlottesville above or below average for Curators salaries?

    The median Curators salary in Charlottesville, VA is 3.9% below the national median of $61,770. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Curators in Charlottesville?

    Entry-level Curators (10th percentile) earn around $32,190 per year in Charlottesville, VA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,140.