Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $187,820 | $163,773 | +15% |
| Median hourly wage | $90.30 | $78.74 | +15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $185,776.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $155,114 | $73,500 | $171,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Marketing Manager in Virginia is $187,820, or about $90.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Marketing Managers is $163,773. Virginia is +15% above the national median.
Entry-level marketing managers in Virginia typically earn from $73,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,890 marketing manager jobs on record and a median salary of $187,820, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.