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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Lodging Managers salary in Richmond, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Richmond metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$74,680
Mean annual$76,600
Range (10th to 90th)$38,460 to $132,910
Richmond, Virginia employment190
State vs national+7.2% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Richmond lodging managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$38,46025TH$45,780MEDIAN$74,68075TH$95,77090TH$132,910

The middle 50% of workers earn between $45,780 and $95,770, with a median of $74,680.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Service Orientation

    Technical

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services, and resolve occupants' complaints.

  2. 02

    Participate in financial activities, such as the setting of room rates, the establishment of budgets, and the allocation of funds to departments.

  3. 03

    Confer and cooperate with other managers to ensure coordination of hotel activities.

  4. 04

    Greet and register guests.

  5. 05

    Monitor the revenue activity of the hotel or facility.

  6. 06

    Meet with clients to schedule and plan details of conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions.

  7. 07

    Manage and maintain temporary or permanent lodging facilities.

  8. 08

    Train staff members.

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Other metros in Virginia

How the Richmond metro compares to other major Virginia metro areas for lodging managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Lodging Managers in Richmond, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Lodging Managers in the Richmond metropolitan area is $74,680.
Does Richmond pay more than the Virginia state average for Lodging Managers?
The Richmond metro median is +11.5% versus the Virginia state median of $66,990.
How does Richmond compare to the national median for Lodging Managers?
The Richmond metro median is +7.2% versus the BLS national figure of $69,637.
What is the salary range for Lodging Managers in Richmond?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $38,460 and the 90th-percentile at $132,910 for the Richmond metro area.
What education is required for Lodging Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Richmond CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.