Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $191,130 | $146,653 | +30% |
| Median hourly wage | $91.89 | $70.51 | +30% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $189,050.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $132,457 | $73,500 | $171,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Virginia is $191,130, or about $91.89 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Virginia is +30% above the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Virginia typically earn from $73,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 9,670 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $191,130, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.