Oncology Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia
Average Oncology Nurse Salary
$30.53/hour
The average salary for an Oncology Nurse in Virginia is $30.53 per hour. This is 69% lower than the US average of $51.73.
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Oncology Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$30.53/hour
Virginia
69% lower than the US average.
$51.73/hour
United States
What cities in Virginia pay the most for Oncology Nurses?
Herndon, Virginia pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Reston, Virginia ($57) and Salem, Virginia ($50). Herndon, Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Virginia average for Oncology Nurses is $31 per hour — Herndon, Virginia pays 100% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Herndon, Virginia | $61 | $62 |
| Reston, Virginia | $57 | $62 |
| Salem, Virginia | $50 | $52 |
How does the pay for Oncology Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Oncology Nurses the most, averaging $54 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($39) and Tennessee ($38). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Virginia average for Oncology Nurses is $31 per hour — North Carolina pays 76% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
| South Carolina | $39 | $44 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
| District of Columbia | $32 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Oncology Nurse jobs in Virginia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Oncology Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. For comparison, the Virginia average for Oncology Nurses is $31 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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