How much does an athlete and sports competitor make in Georgia?
$77,530a year
Median yearly pay for athlete and sports competitors in Georgia. That is $37.27 an hour or $6,461 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.27
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $21,920Median: $77,530Highest 10%: $766,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $21,920 | $10.54 | |
| 25th | $34,840 | $16.75 | |
| Median | $77,530 | $37.27 | |
| 75th | $687,600 | $330.58 | |
| 90th | $766,900 | $368.71 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $94,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for athlete and sports competitors.
| 5. Texas | $80,510 |
| 6. California | $79,040 |
| 7. Florida | $78,610 |
| 8. Georgia | $77,530 |
| 9. Kansas | $63,630 |
| 10. Kentucky | $63,020 |
| 11. Virginia | $61,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete and sports competitor make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $37.27 ($77,530 a year).
Do athlete and sports competitors make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $77,530 against $66,710 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Georgia rank for athlete and sports competitor pay?
Georgia ranks 8 of 18 states.
Which city in Georgia pays athlete and sports competitors the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $94,530 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.