Computer Programmers Salary in Virginia
Computer Programmers in Virginia earn a median of $121,610 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $121,610
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($100,390)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 3,070
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,010; the top 10% earn over $182,890. Nationally the range is $57,710 to $160,460.
States ranked near Virginia
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- Data Warehousing Specialists$160,360 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
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- Software Developers$136,460 median in Virginia
- Blockchain Engineers$139,030 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
- Database Administrators$93,320 median in Virginia
Computer Programmers pay in Virginia
How much do computer programmers make in Virginia?
The median is $121,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,010 and the top 10% earn over $182,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for computer programmers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 46 (+21% vs. the national median of $100,390). Living costs are not included.