How much does a counselor make in Georgia?
$79,490a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Georgia. That is $38.22 an hour or $6,624 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.22
- Vs. national median
- +56%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,310Median: $79,490Highest 10%: $111,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,310 | $16.01 | |
| 25th | $54,530 | $26.22 | |
| Median | $79,490 | $38.22 | |
| 75th | $87,450 | $42.04 | |
| 90th | $111,800 | $53.73 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $79,490 |
| Columbus, GA | $65,540 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,110 |
| Athens, GA | $39,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 1. District of Columbia | $93,720 |
| 2. Utah | $93,530 |
| 3. Georgia | $79,490 |
| 4. Oregon | $78,750 |
| 5. Virginia | $76,450 |
| 6. New Jersey | $73,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $38.22 ($79,490 a year).
Do counselors make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $79,490 against $50,860 nationally, 56% more.
Where does Georgia rank for counselor pay?
Georgia ranks 3 of 44 states.
Which city in Georgia pays counselors the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $79,490 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.