Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Virginia
In Virginia, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $37,840 at the median — $18.19 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $53K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $53K or more, a $24K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Virginia
9 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $39K | +2% | 860 |
| Winchester | $38K | +1% | 60 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $38K | -0% | 90 |
| Charlottesville | $38K | -1% | 80 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $37K | -2% | 60 |
| Lynchburg | $37K | -2% | 130 |
| Richmond | $37K | -3% | 740 |
| Harrisonburg | $37K | -3% | 50 |
| Roanoke | $36K | -4% | 170 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Virginia?
The median is $37,840 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,320, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $52,950. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,565/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 64.2% 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $39,920 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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.