Geographer Salary in Virginia (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Geographers in Virginia, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Virginia Median
$108,020
per year
Hourly Rate
$51.93
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $102,040
State Rank
#4 of 7
130 employed here

How much does a Geographer make in Virginia?

Geographers in Virginia take home a median of $108,020 annually — roughly $51.93 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $102,040.

Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $71,650 while the top 10% make $156,750 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $81,230 and $132,620 a year.

Geographer salary range in Virginia

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$71,650$34.45
25th percentile (early career)$81,230$39.05
50th percentile (median)$108,020$51.93
75th percentile (experienced)$132,620$63.76
90th percentile (top earners)$156,750$75.36

How Virginia compares

Virginia ranks 4th out of 7 states and territories for Geographer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Maryland$114,920
2California$114,460
3Washington$112,260
4Virginia$108,020
5Missouri$102,040

Working as a Geographer in Virginia

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Geographers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Virginia pay ($108,020) 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 Geographer make in Virginia?
The median Geographer salary in Virginia is $108,020 per year, or about $51.93 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $71,650 at the entry level to $156,750 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Geographers about 6% more than the national median of $102,040. Virginia ranks 4th out of 7 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Geographers?
Yes on pay — Virginia pays above the national median for this occupation, at $108,020 a year. About 130 Geographers are employed in Virginia. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.