Tile and Stone Setters Salary in Virginia
In Virginia, tile and stone setters earn $41,520 at the median — $19.96 an hour. The range runs from $25K at the entry level to $63K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $42K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level tile and stone setters (10th percentile) start around $25K. Mid-career wages sit at $42K. Top earners bring in $63K or more, a $38K spread from bottom to top.
Tile and Stone Setters salary by metro in Virginia
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $44K | +6% | 110 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do tile and stone setters make in Virginia?
The median is $41,520 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $24,960, and experienced tile and stone setters can clear $63,060. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $42K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,794/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 58.9% 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 tile and stone setters 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 tile and stone setters salary is worth about $43,802 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do tile and stone setters 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.