How much does a Drug Tester make in Newport News, VA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drug Tester in Newport News, VA is $64,520. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,926 to $71,646, with most professionals earning between $51,921 and $78,133.

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Drug Tester Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $51,921 Newport News,VA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $57,926 Newport News,VA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $64,520 Newport News,VA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $71,646 Newport News,VA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $78,133 Newport News,VA March 01, 2025
25% $57,926 10% $51,921 90% $78,133 75% $71,646 $64,520 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Drug Tester

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Drug Safety/Medical Information Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Drug Tester in Newport News, VA. The base salary for Drug Tester ranges from $57,926 to $71,646 with the average base salary of $64,520. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,050 to $72,168 with the average total cash compensation of $64,520.

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About Newport News, Virginia    Newport News is located at 37°4′15″N 76°29′4″W / 37.07083°N 76.48444°W / 37.07083; -76.48444 (37.071046, −76.484557). According to the United State....More

Newport News, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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