Mathematician Salary in Virginia (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Virginia Median
$148,030
per year
Hourly Rate
$71.17
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+17% vs US median
US median $126,710
State Rank
#2 of 12
400 employed here

How much does a Mathematician make in Virginia?

A Mathematician working in Virginia earns a median salary of $148,030 per year, or about $71.17 per hour. That is 17% above the national median of $126,710 for this occupation.

Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $92,520 while the top 10% make $195,190 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $120,990 and $175,610 a year.

Mathematician salary range in Virginia

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$92,520$44.48
25th percentile (early career)$120,990$58.17
50th percentile (median)$148,030$71.17
75th percentile (experienced)$175,610$84.43
90th percentile (top earners)$195,190$93.84

How Virginia compares

Virginia ranks 2nd out of 12 states and territories for Mathematician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$162,280
2Virginia$148,030
3Maryland$131,810
4Illinois$130,970
5New York$126,950

Working as a Mathematician in Virginia

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Mathematicians in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare Virginia pay ($148,030) 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 Mathematician make in Virginia?
The median Mathematician salary in Virginia is $148,030 per year, or about $71.17 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $92,520 at the entry level to $195,190 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Mathematicians about 17% more than the national median of $126,710. Virginia ranks 2nd out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Mathematicians?
Yes on pay — Virginia pays above the national median for this occupation, at $148,030 a year. About 400 Mathematicians 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.

← See the national Mathematician salary report

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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.