How much does an area make in Georgia?
$77,630a year
Median yearly pay for areas in Georgia. That is $37.32 an hour or $6,469 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.32
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,880Median: $77,630Highest 10%: $131,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| 25th | $60,460 | $29.07 | |
| Median | $77,630 | $37.32 | |
| 75th | $96,150 | $46.23 | |
| 90th | $131,300 | $63.12 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $80,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 23. Colorado | $79,190 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $78,770 |
| 25. Montana | $78,690 |
| 26. Georgia | $77,630 |
| 27. Oklahoma | $76,600 |
| 28. Wyoming | $76,170 |
| 29. Arizona | $75,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $37.32 ($77,630 a year).
Do areas make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $77,630 against $85,020 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Georgia rank for area pay?
Georgia ranks 26 of 37 states.
Which city in Georgia pays areas the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $80,980 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.