How much does a chemist make in Georgia?
$92,750a year
Median yearly pay for chemists in Georgia. That is $44.59 an hour or $7,729 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.59
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,760Median: $92,750Highest 10%: $144,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,760 | $27.29 | |
| 25th | $66,310 | $31.88 | |
| Median | $92,750 | $44.59 | |
| 75th | $121,800 | $58.57 | |
| 90th | $144,900 | $69.65 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Athens, GA | $118,000 |
| Savannah, GA | $103,400 |
| Atlanta, GA | $97,930 |
| Gainesville, GA | $92,500 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $92,490 |
| Augusta, GA | $72,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemists.
| 19. Washington | $97,420 |
| 20. North Dakota | $97,330 |
| 21. Virginia | $96,650 |
| 22. Georgia | $92,750 |
| 23. New York | $90,600 |
| 24. Tennessee | $87,930 |
| 25. Vermont | $86,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $44.59 ($92,750 a year).
Do chemists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $92,750 against $91,240 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Georgia rank for chemist pay?
Georgia ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays chemists the most?
Athens-Clarke County, GA, with a median of $118,000 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.