Pile Driver Operator Salary in Virginia (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Virginia Median
$59,910
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.80
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $73,300
State Rank
#8 of 11
150 employed here

How much does a Pile Driver Operator make in Virginia?

Pile Driver Operators in Virginia take home a median of $59,910 annually — roughly $28.80 an hour — which runs 18% below the national median of $73,300.

Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $50,770 while the top 10% make $75,920 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $52,850 and $64,320 a year.

Pile Driver Operator salary range in Virginia

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$50,770$24.41
25th percentile (early career)$52,850$25.41
50th percentile (median)$59,910$28.80
75th percentile (experienced)$64,320$30.92
90th percentile (top earners)$75,920$36.50

How Virginia compares

Virginia ranks 8th out of 11 states and territories for Pile Driver Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Massachusetts$120,980
2Washington$111,080
3California$110,340
4Pennsylvania$93,550
5Alaska$78,080

Working as a Pile Driver Operator in Virginia

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Pile Driver Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Virginia pay ($59,910) 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 Pile Driver Operator make in Virginia?
The median Pile Driver Operator salary in Virginia is $59,910 per year, or about $28.80 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,770 at the entry level to $75,920 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Pile Driver Operators about 18% less than the national median of $73,300. Virginia ranks 8th out of 11 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Pile Driver Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $59,910 a year. About 150 Pile Driver Operators are employed in Virginia. 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.