May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Richmond
Richmond, VA
593 occupations
Across 593 occupations with published wages in Richmond, cardiologists record the highest median at $450,480 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Richmond
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiologists | $450,480 | 120 | |
| 2 | Chief Executives | $326,160 | 820 | |
| 3 | Psychiatrists | $290,900 | 50 | |
| 4 | Physicians, All Other | $284,090 | 1,760 | |
| 5 | Surgeons, All Other | $259,310 | — | |
| 6 | Physicians, Pathologists | $240,220 | — | |
| 7 | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons | $239,200 | — | |
| 8 | Nurse Anesthetists | $235,320 | — | |
| 9 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $224,240 | 250 | |
| 10 | Dentists, General | $218,880 | 650 | |
| 11 | Physicists | $218,290 | 40 | |
| 12 | Family Medicine Physicians | $208,750 | 410 | |
| 13 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $180,640 | 1,900 | |
| 14 | Marketing Managers | $174,130 | 1,090 | |
| 15 | Financial Managers | $173,140 | 3,480 | |
| 16 | Podiatrists | $168,600 | 40 | |
| 17 | Sales Managers | $168,590 | 1,320 | |
| 18 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,170 | 570 | |
| 19 | Pediatricians, General | $165,370 | 130 | |
| 20 | Computer and Information Research Scientists | $162,910 | 160 | |
| 21 | Advertising and Promotions Managers | $161,040 | 50 | |
| 22 | Public Relations Managers | $160,540 | 380 | |
| 23 | Compensation and Benefits Managers | $157,370 | 130 | |
| 24 | Human Resources Managers | $152,190 | 960 | |
| 25 | Psychologists, All Other | $152,050 | 90 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 17,100 | $29,500 |
| Retail Salespersons | 16,210 | $33,580 |
| General and Operations Managers | 15,770 | $108,670 |
| Registered Nurses | 15,700 | $93,580 |
| Cashiers | 14,460 | $30,350 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 12,300 | $37,180 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 11,760 | $58,190 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 11,570 | $29,360 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 10,960 | $42,660 |
| Office Clerks, General | 10,890 | $46,320 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Parking Attendants | $25,990 | 390 |
| Shampooers | $27,340 | — |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $27,610 | 140 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,590 | — |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials | $28,830 | — |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $28,860 | 580 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $29,250 | 1,700 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $29,280 | 300 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $29,360 | 11,570 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $29,480 | 1,680 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.