Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs Salary in Virginia
In Virginia, eligibility interviewers, government programs earn $50,930 at the median — $24.49 an hour. The range runs from $39K at the entry level to $72K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $51K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level eligibility interviewers, government programs (10th percentile) start around $39K. Mid-career wages sit at $51K. Top earners bring in $72K or more, a $34K spread from bottom to top.
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs salary by metro in Virginia
9 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $51K | +1% | 700 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $51K | +1% | 720 |
| Charlottesville | $48K | -7% | 80 |
| Harrisonburg | $47K | -7% | 80 |
| Winchester | $47K | -7% | 90 |
| Lynchburg | $46K | -9% | 120 |
| Roanoke | $46K | -10% | 150 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $42K | -17% | 80 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $40K | -21% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do eligibility interviewers, government programs make in Virginia?
The median is $50,930 a year, that works out to about $24 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,630, and experienced eligibility interviewers, government programs can clear $72,370. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $51K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,379/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 48.7% 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 eligibility interviewers, government programs 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 eligibility interviewers, government programs salary is worth about $53,729 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do eligibility interviewers, government programs 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.