How much does a biological scientist make in Georgia?
$96,820a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Georgia. That is $46.55 an hour or $8,068 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.55
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,380Median: $96,820Highest 10%: $122,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,380 | $31.91 | |
| 25th | $79,440 | $38.19 | |
| Median | $96,820 | $46.55 | |
| 75th | $106,200 | $51.06 | |
| 90th | $122,600 | $58.93 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $97,160 |
| Savannah, GA | $88,610 |
| Athens, GA | $83,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 11. Rhode Island | $101,800 |
| 12. Pennsylvania | $100,800 |
| 13. North Carolina | $100,100 |
| 14. Georgia | $96,820 |
| 15. Virginia | $96,030 |
| 16. Hawaii | $95,600 |
| 17. Ohio | $95,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $46.55 ($96,820 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $96,820 against $98,920 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Georgia rank for biological scientist pay?
Georgia ranks 14 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays biological scientists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $97,160 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.