Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $120,840 | $104,968 | +15% |
| Median hourly wage | $58.10 | $50.47 | +15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $119,525.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $94,080 | $63,700 | $142,100 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Virginia is $120,840, or about $58.10 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Virginia is +15% above the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Virginia typically earn from $63,700 depending on the city and employer.
With 43,860 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $120,840, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.