Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers pay in Virginia
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers in Virginia earn an average of $61,210 a year. That is about the same as the U.S. average of $60,960. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $70,010.
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Average pay for security and fire alarm systems installers by metro area. Swipe to see all 5.
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Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $60,960 | $29.31 |
| Virginia | $61,210 | $29.43 |
| Maryland | $69,100 | $33.22 |
| District of Columbia | $67,870 | $32.63 |
| Kentucky | $59,440 | $28.58 |
| Tennessee | $55,380 | $26.62 |
| North Carolina | $55,280 | $26.58 |
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- Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers$64,360
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- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment$70,060
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay$91,040
Average pay, Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do security and fire alarm systems installers make in Virginia?
The average is $61,210 a year, and the median is $60,790. That is about the same as the U.S. average of $60,960.
What is the hourly wage in Virginia?
$29.43 an hour on average; the median is $29.23.
Where in Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($70,010), followed by Richmond, VA ($59,640). The lowest average among 5 metro areas with data is Lynchburg, VA ($50,930).
How does Virginia rank?
Virginia ranks #22 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.