Physicists pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for physicists is $69.73 an hour ($145,040 a year). About 940 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($172,250). Virginia ranks 25th of 43 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physicists in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.98 | $97,720 |
| 25% of workers | $54.12 | $112,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $69.73 | $145,040 |
| 75% of workers | $93.84 | $195,190 |
| 90% of workers | $114.70 | $238,570 |
Physicists pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $218,290 | 40 |
| Charlottesville | $148,950 | 50 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $110,930 | 240 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physicists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $82,230 |
| Chemists | $96,650 |
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