As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Highway Maintenance Worker in Richmond, VA is $60,749, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,168 weekly, or $5,062 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Highway Maintenance Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Highway Maintenance Worker in Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $47,383 to $73,258. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,753) and 75th percentile ($67,296), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,258 per year. This $13,543 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or Engineering Services, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Richmond Highway Maintenance Worker often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Highway Maintenance Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Highway Maintenance Worker Salary $47,383 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Highway Maintenance Worker Salary $53,753 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Highway Maintenance Worker Salary $60,749 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Highway Maintenance Worker Salary $67,296 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Highway Maintenance Worker Salary $73,258 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
25% $53,753 10% $47,383 90% $73,258 75% $67,296 $60,749 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Highway Maintenance Worker in Richmond, VA. The base salary for Highway Maintenance Worker ranges from $53,753 to $67,296 with the average base salary of $60,749. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,167 to $78,576 with the average total cash compensation of $66,006.

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