Psychiatrists Salary in Virginia
Psychiatrists in Virginia earn a median of $295,010 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $295,010
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($281,870)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $129,440; the top 10% earn over $372,180. Nationally the range is $84,060 to $446,520.
States ranked near Virginia
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Psychiatrists pay in Virginia
How much do psychiatrists make in Virginia?
The median is $295,010 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $129,440 and the top 10% earn over $372,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for psychiatrists?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 46 (+5% vs. the national median of $281,870). Living costs are not included.