How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Atlanta?
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $38.99 an hour or $6,758 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.99
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 47 of 247
- Jobs in the area
- 880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,770 | $29.22 | |
| 25th | $64,050 | $30.79 | |
| Median | $81,090 | $38.99 | |
| 75th | $95,580 | $45.95 | |
| 90th | $98,790 | $47.50 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers.
| Valdosta, GA | $79,490 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $64,270 |
| Augusta, GA | $62,910 |
| Macon, GA | $61,000 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $132,200 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $130,900 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $110,500 |
| Business Teacher | $108,300 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $107,800 |
| Physics Teacher | $107,400 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $107,100 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,200 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $102,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $38.99 ($81,090 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $81,090 against $66,270 nationally, 22% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $78,760, so Atlanta pays 3% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
47 of 247 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,770 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,790 or more.
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.