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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2025 release
High School Teacher Salary in Virginia
Median Annual in Virginia
$72,170/yr
Median Hourly Wage
—/hr
▬ 0% about even with U.S. median
groups Employed in VA
31,100
public U.S. Median
$72,040
trending_up National Outlook
+1%
High School Teacher pay in Virginia, explained
High school teachers in Virginia earn a median of $72,170 per year (— per hour), in line with the national median of $72,040. Entry-level workers earn around $49,900, while the most experienced high school teachers reach about $107,930. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Virginia.
High School Teacher in Virginia: FAQ
How much do high school teachers make in Virginia?
High school teachers in Virginia earn a median of $72,170 per year (— per hour), compared with $72,040 nationally.
Does Virginia pay high school teachers well?
At $72,170, Virginia pays about the same as the national median for high school teachers. An estimated 31,100 work in the state.