Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Blacksburg
257 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Blacksburg belongs to Chief Executives, at $208,030 per year. The lowest published median is $27,720.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $27,720 | 370 |
| Animal Caretakers | $28,160 | 160 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,300 | 2,230 |
| Cashiers | $28,770 | 1,790 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $29,080 | — |
| Childcare Workers | $29,090 | 250 |
| Dishwashers | $29,160 | 230 |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $29,390 | 80 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $29,530 | 450 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $29,700 | 1,050 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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