May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Southwest Virginia
Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area
327 occupations
Across 327 occupations with published wages in Southwest Virginia, family medicine physicians record the highest median at $282,220 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Southwest Virginia
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Medicine Physicians | $282,220 | 80 | |
| 2 | Chief Executives | $222,760 | 90 | |
| 3 | Physicians, All Other | $176,650 | 140 | |
| 4 | Sales Managers | $164,200 | 90 | |
| 5 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $161,110 | 90 | |
| 6 | Dentists, General | $160,710 | 70 | |
| 7 | Marketing Managers | $158,320 | 50 | |
| 8 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $139,590 | 50 | |
| 9 | Financial Managers | $131,740 | 240 | |
| 10 | Physician Assistants | $127,390 | 120 | |
| 11 | Information Security Analysts | $126,500 | 70 | |
| 12 | Pharmacists | $126,160 | 320 | |
| 13 | Nurse Practitioners | $125,730 | 300 | |
| 14 | Software Developers | $124,340 | 360 | |
| 15 | Managers, All Other | $120,780 | 160 | |
| 16 | Veterinarians | $116,990 | 60 | |
| 17 | Personal Financial Advisors | $116,780 | 40 | |
| 18 | Human Resources Managers | $115,690 | 60 | |
| 19 | Industrial Production Managers | $114,180 | 170 | |
| 20 | Lawyers | $102,950 | 320 | |
| 21 | Electrical Engineers | $102,700 | 70 | |
| 22 | Construction Managers | $102,580 | 130 | |
| 23 | Physical Therapists | $102,530 | 230 | |
| 24 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $100,950 | 280 | |
| 25 | Computer Occupations, All Other | $100,850 | 40 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 3,950 | $27,780 |
| Cashiers | 3,950 | $28,900 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 3,280 | $27,930 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,700 | $34,760 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,650 | $31,470 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,220 | $94,170 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,080 | $82,140 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,070 | $38,930 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 1,990 | $49,630 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | 1,880 | $48,720 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $26,920 | 120 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $27,260 | 40 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $27,780 | 3,950 |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | $27,850 | 80 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,930 | 3,280 |
| Dishwashers | $28,090 | 220 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,240 | 140 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,310 | 70 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $28,530 | 270 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $28,580 | 50 |
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.