Physicists Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Virginia
Physicists in Virginia earn a median salary of $157,343 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -5.4% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 660 physicists are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $114,630 to $212,950 depending on location.
$157,343
Avg median salary in Virginia
$212,950
Highest paying metro
$114,630
Lowest paying metro
660
Employed in Virginia
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Physicists salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $212,950 | $171,050 | $213,020 | 50 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $170,040 | $118,460 | $195,100 | 60 |
| Northeast Virginia | $131,750 | $106,140 | $153,340 | 260 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $114,630 | $102,880 | $174,890 | 290 |