In Virginia, hoist and winch operators earn $44,310 at the median, or about $21.3 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $63K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Virginia. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Hoist and Winch Operators salary percentiles in Virginia: 10th percentile $28,760, 25th percentile $33,910, median $44,310, 75th percentile $44,730, 90th percentile $63,100. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level hoist and winch operators (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $44K. Top earners bring in $63K or more, a $34K spread from bottom to top.
How much do hoist and winch operators make in Virginia?▼
The median is $44,310 a year, that works out to about $21 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,760, and experienced hoist and winch operators can clear $63,100. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $44K enough to live in Virginia?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,968/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 55.5% 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 hoist and winch operators 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 hoist and winch operators salary is worth about $46,745 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do hoist and winch operators 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.
