Automotive Service Technicians Salary in Virginia
Median Annual Salary
$56,320
$27.08/hr
Salary Range
$35,180 – $90,640
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
17,740
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$54,415
real purchasing power
13.4% above the national median ($49,670)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$35,180 (entry)$56,320 (median)$90,640 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+21.7%
$9,605 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $56,950 | 2,830 |
| Charlottesville | $55,650 | 420 |
| Winchester | $52,890 | 410 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $50,430 | 230 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $49,340 | 3,540 |
| Roanoke | $49,190 | 800 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $46,280 | 440 |
| Harrisonburg | $45,750 | 330 |
| Lynchburg | $42,360 | 560 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.