Virginia Median
$280,060
per year
Hourly Rate
$134.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-15% vs US median
US median $328,730
State Rank
#20 of 26
state estimate
How much does a Dermatologist make in Virginia?
Dermatologists in Virginia take home a median of $280,060 annually — roughly $134.64 an hour — which runs 15% below the national median of $328,730.
Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $107,590 while the top 10% make $583,390 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $143,190 and $553,060 a year.
Dermatologist salary range in Virginia
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $107,590 | $51.73 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $143,190 | $68.84 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $280,060 | $134.64 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $553,060 | $265.89 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $583,390 | $280.48 |
|
How Virginia compares
Virginia ranks 20th out of 26 states and territories for Dermatologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Dermatologist salary in other states
Minnesota $625,790Washington $526,170New Hampshire $516,230Maryland $442,210Delaware $442,120Wisconsin $440,710Illinois $435,750Tennessee $433,630Iowa $424,970Arkansas $422,060Nevada $419,410Michigan $414,910Colorado $398,810Alabama $394,550New York $374,010Ohio $373,640North Carolina $367,350Nebraska $359,580Idaho $281,920South Carolina $259,990Arizona $233,270Indiana $225,200Texas $218,670Kentucky $195,830Connecticut $165,040
Working as a Dermatologist in Virginia
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Dermatologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Virginia pay ($280,060) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dermatologist make in Virginia?
The median Dermatologist salary in Virginia is $280,060 per year, or about $134.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $107,590 at the entry level to $583,390 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Dermatologists about 15% less than the national median of $328,730. Virginia ranks 20th out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Dermatologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $280,060 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Virginia?
The highest-paying occupations in Virginia include Anesthesiologist ($488,310), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($478,710), Cardiologist ($461,450), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.