Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators Salary in Virginia
The median pay for a stationary engineers and boiler operators in Virginia is $64,970/year ($31.24/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $43K at the entry level to $94K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $65K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level stationary engineers and boiler operators (10th percentile) start around $43K. Mid-career wages sit at $65K. Top earners bring in $94K or more, a $50K spread from bottom to top.
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary by metro in Virginia
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $67K | +3% | 70 |
| Richmond | $65K | +0% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do stationary engineers and boiler operators make in Virginia?
The median is $64,970 a year, that works out to about $31 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $43,290, and experienced stationary engineers and boiler operators can clear $93,520. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $65K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,239/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 38.8% 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 stationary engineers and boiler 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 stationary engineers and boiler operators salary is worth about $68,541 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do stationary engineers and boiler 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.