Professional Services workers compensation in Virginia
Professional Services businesses in Virginia pay a median rate of $0.967 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.010 to $8.72. The national median for Professional Services is $1.32, so Virginia sits 27% below the national average. 60 unique NCCI class codes are filed in this state for Professional Services occupations. Verified 2026-05-09.
Top Professional Services class codes in Virginia
The class codes most likely to apply to a Professional Services operation in Virginia, sorted from cheapest to most expensive per $100 of payroll. Click into any code for the full state-by-state rate comparison.
| Code | Occupation | Rate per $100 | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8803 | Real Estate Clerical | $0.010 | HIGH |
| 8601 | Consulting Engineers | $0.093 | HIGH |
| 4361 | Video Production | $0.253 | HIGH |
| 7515 | Waterworks Company | $0.332 | HIGH |
| 7539 | Automobile Rental | $0.540 | HIGH |
| 4771 | Waterworks Company | $0.733 | HIGH |
| 6826 | Ship Scrapping | $0.907 | HIGH |
| 7600 | Telecommunications Company | $1.13 | HIGH |
| 4771 N | Waterworks Company | $1.15 | HIGH |
| 6826 F | Ship Scrapping | $1.57 | HIGH |
Virginia compliance for Professional Services employers
Coverage threshold
Employers with 3 or more employees, regular or part-time, are required to carry workers' compensation insurance.
1099 vs W-2 in Professional Services
Individuals classified as independent contractors (1099) are generally not covered by workers' compensation, but their classification can be challenged based on the actual nature of the working relationship.
Owner exclusion
Allowed in Virginia. Sole proprietor self-coverage optional; LLC member self-coverage optional.
Max weekly benefit
$1,463 at 66.67% of average weekly wage, effective 2025-07-01.
Statute of limitations
2 years from injury date in Virginia.
Audit window
Virginia carriers audit payroll within 90 days of policy expiration. Keep Professional Services payroll segregated by class code and have job-duty documentation ready.
Cross-cite: full Virginia workers comp overview · Professional Services cross-state rate comparison · Virginia workers comp lawyer guide · Virginia settlement chart
Estimate your Professional Services premium in Virginia
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Estimated annual premium for Professional Services in Virginia
$50to$43,625
Median: $4,835 · Rate range $0.010 to $8.72 per $100 payroll
Industry median across all states
$6,600
Cheapest states for Professional Services
- Utah $0.455
- Tennessee $0.705
- Kentucky $0.810
Most expensive
- New Jersey $4.25
- California $3.15
- Illinois $2.34
Estimate based on 24 states of rate-filing data. Actual premium also reflects experience modifier, schedule credits, and carrier underwriting.
Filing checklist for Professional Services businesses in Virginia
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Step 1, Confirm coverage threshold
Employers with 3 or more employees, regular or part-time, are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. For Professional Services operations, this typically applies once you make a first W-2 hire, even part-time.
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Step 2, Pick the right class code
Professional Services businesses typically use codes like 4771, 8734, 8737. The wrong code can cost 4 to 10x more or get reclassified at audit. In Virginia, the cheapest code on this list is 8803 at $0.010 and the most expensive is 6826 F at $1.57.
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Step 3, Get a quote
Private carriers write Professional Services coverage in Virginia. Schedule credits up to 25% are typical for low-loss accounts.
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Step 4, Document subcontractors
General contractors are responsible for ensuring that their subcontractors carry workers' compensation insurance or for providing coverage for their subcontractors' employees. Professional Services operators with crews of 1099s should keep certificates of insurance for every sub, otherwise the GC absorbs the sub liability at audit.
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Step 5, Annual audit
Carriers audit payroll within 90 days of policy expiration. Have payroll segregated by class code, job descriptions on file, and overtime properly excluded from rated payroll. Professional Services class allocation can shift if any worker spends more than 50% of time on a different code.
Professional Services workers comp FAQs in Virginia
What is the typical workers comp rate for Professional Services in Virginia?
Professional Services employers in Virginia pay a median rate of $0.967 per $100 of payroll, with rates ranging from $0.010 to $8.72 depending on the specific class code. The national median across all states for Professional Services is $1.32, so Virginia sits about 27% below the national average.
How many Professional Services class codes are filed in Virginia?
Virginia has 60 unique NCCI class codes filed for Professional Services occupations, drawn from 65 state-class code rate cells in our dataset. The most common codes include 4771 (Waterworks Company), 8734 (Insurance Adjusters), 8737 (Property Management NOC).
Are Professional Services 1099 contractors covered by workers comp in Virginia?
Individuals classified as independent contractors (1099) are generally not covered by workers' compensation, but their classification can be challenged based on the actual nature of the working relationship.
What is the maximum weekly benefit for an injured Professional Services worker in Virginia?
Virginia caps weekly workers comp benefits at $1,463 (effective 2025-07-01), calculated as 66.67% of the average weekly wage. Professional Services workers are subject to the same statutory cap as workers in any other industry.
How long does a Professional Services worker have to file a comp claim in Virginia?
The statute of limitations in Virginia is 2 years from the date of injury. Most claims also require notice to the employer within 30 days. Professional Services workers should report any incident on the date it happens, even minor strains, because cumulative trauma claims can fail without contemporaneous documentation.
Can a Professional Services business owner exclude themselves from comp coverage in Virginia?
Yes, Virginia allows business owners (sole proprietors, partners, LLC members, corporate officers) to file an exclusion election. Professional Services owner-operators often elect out to keep premium below the minimum. Sole-proprietor self-coverage is not required, and LLC member self-coverage is not required.