Dispatcher Salary in Richmond, VA

Median: $23.96/hour ($49,830/year) — $510 (1%) below the national median. Range: $45,070–$60,580.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Dispatcher salary guide

The median Dispatcher salary in Richmond, VA is $23.96/hour ($49,830/year) ($510 (1%) below the national median), with a typical range of $45,070–$60,580. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$23.96/hour ($49,830/year)BLS
Range$45,070–$60,580BLS
### Key facts for Dispatcher in Richmond Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Dispatcher Salary in Richmond vs. National Average

25th Pct (Richmond) $45,070
Median (Richmond) $49,830
75th Pct (Richmond) $60,580

National median: $50,340/yr. Richmond is $510 (1%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Richmond, VA metro area (SOC 43-5032, Dispatcher).

Dispatcher pay in Richmond, VA — common questions

How much does a Dispatcher make in Richmond, VA?
The median Dispatcher salary in Richmond, VA is $23.96/hour ($49,830/year) ($510 (1%) below the national median), with a typical range of $45,070–$60,580 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Richmond a strong pay market for Dispatchers?
At a $49,830 median, Richmond is $510 (1%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $50,340. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Dispatcher in Richmond?
Target employers paying toward the $60,580 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Dispatcher openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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