Crossing Guards and Flaggers Salary in Virginia
Crossing Guards and Flaggers in Virginia make a median of $37,360 a year, or about $17.96 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $44K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level crossing guards and flaggers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $44K or more, a $15K spread from bottom to top.
Crossing Guards and Flaggers salary by metro in Virginia
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $36K | -3% | 560 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $35K | -6% | 60 |
| Richmond | $35K | -6% | 550 |
| Roanoke | $35K | -7% | 130 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do crossing guards and flaggers make in Virginia?
The median is $37,360 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,430, and experienced crossing guards and flaggers can clear $44,060. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,535/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 64.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a crossing guards and flaggers salary go in Virginia?
Virginia has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median crossing guards and flaggers salary is worth about $39,413 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do crossing guards and flaggers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.