Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $117,580 | $102,741 | +14% |
| Median hourly wage | $56.53 | $49.39 | +14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $116,301.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $86,887 | $63,700 | $122,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Virginia is $117,580, or about $56.53 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Virginia is +14% above the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Virginia typically earn from $63,700 depending on the city and employer.
With 59,620 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $117,580, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.