Psychiatrist salary in Virginia
What psychiatrists earn in Virginia and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$295,010$141.83 per hour
vs U.S.+5%U.S. median $281,870
Middle half earn$215,150 – $322,890Top 10%: $372,180+
Jobs3700.50× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatrist pay in Virginia cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $246,990 | $118.75 | 550 |
| Roanoke, VA | $295,010 | $141.83 | 70 |
| Richmond, VA | $290,900 | $139.86 | 50 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $277,010 | $133.18 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Virginia
Psychiatrist pay in similar states
Maine · $300,180 Utah · $299,670 Iowa · $295,270 Michigan · $291,850 Hawaii · $289,990 Rhode Island · $287,610
Other healthcare salaries in Virginia
Registered Nurses · $93,600 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $30,300 Nursing Assistants · $43,200 Medical Assistants · $44,740 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $64,920 Dental Assistants · $46,670 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,610 Physicians, All Other · $278,530 Pharmacists · $144,060 Physical Therapists · $101,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $61,050 Nurse Practitioners · $127,810
Questions
How much does a psychiatrist make in Virginia?
Psychiatrists in Virginia earned a median of $295,010 a year ($141.83 an hour) in May 2025, 5% more than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $215,150 to $322,890.
Where in Virginia do psychiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Virginia, pay was highest in Roanoke, VA at $295,010.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.