Pipelayers pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for pipelayers is $23.41 an hour ($48,700 a year). About 1,080 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($49,000). Virginia ranks 26th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pipelayers in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.33 | $38,130 |
| 25% of workers | $21.16 | $44,020 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.41 | $48,700 |
| 75% of workers | $27.34 | $56,870 |
| 90% of workers | $29.39 | $61,140 |
Pipelayers pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $48,700 | 240 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $47,820 | 260 |
| Charlottesville | $46,970 | 50 |
| Lynchburg | $44,580 | 30 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pipelayers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 2,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $43,560 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $60,470 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $52,220 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $60,260 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $48,060 |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $38,190 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $57,010 |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners | $47,150 |
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