Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Virginia
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary in Virginia earn a median salary of $76,066 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.8% vs the national median of $82,540. An estimated 300 sociology teachers, postsecondary are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $66,380 to $81,080 depending on location.
$76,066
Avg median salary in Virginia
$81,080
Highest paying metro
$66,380
Lowest paying metro
300
Employed in Virginia
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inSociology Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg, VA | $81,080 | $57,880 | $98,820 | 50 |
| West Virginia | $79,770 | $58,430 | $83,940 | 60 |
| Richmond, VA | $78,250 | $60,990 | $100,830 | 50 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $74,850 | $49,520 | $91,350 | 100 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $66,380 | $60,850 | $85,790 | 40 |