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Materials Engineers average salary by city in Virginia
- Virginia Beach$118,940
- Richmond$113,740
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $118,940 | $116,720 | $83,840 | $86,479 | 98 |
| Richmond | $113,740 | $102,440 | $77,600 | $83,120 | 98 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-2131.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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