How much does a compensation and benefits manager make in Atlanta?
Median yearly pay for compensation and benefits managers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $79.86 an hour or $13,840 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.86
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 90
- Jobs in the area
- 760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $97,930 | $47.08 | |
| 25th | $128,300 | $61.68 | |
| Median | $166,100 | $79.86 | |
| 75th | $215,700 | $103.69 | |
| 90th | $294,900 | $141.79 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for compensation and benefits managers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chief Executive | $275,800 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $178,000 |
| Financial Manager | $171,200 |
| Sales Manager | $166,900 |
| Purchasing Manager | $165,900 |
| Marketing Manager | $163,500 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $162,400 |
| Human Resources Manager | $161,300 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $146,600 |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation and benefits manager make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $79.86 ($166,100 a year).
Do compensation and benefits managers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $166,100 against $149,200 nationally, 11% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $163,100, so Atlanta pays 2% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for compensation and benefits manager pay?
13 of 90 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation and benefits manager make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $97,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $294,900 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.