How much does an economics teacher make in Georgia?
$117,600a year
Median yearly pay for economics teachers in Georgia. That is $56.54 an hour or $9,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.54
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,810Median: $117,600Highest 10%: $209,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,810 | $20.58 | |
| 25th | $85,430 | $41.07 | |
| Median | $117,600 | $56.54 | |
| 75th | $147,400 | $70.85 | |
| 90th | $209,300 | $100.61 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $133,500 |
| Athens, GA | $64,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economics teachers.
| 17. Illinois | $124,900 |
| 18. Texas | $118,500 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $118,000 |
| 20. Georgia | $117,600 |
| 21. Missouri | $116,500 |
| 22. North Carolina | $114,200 |
| 23. New Mexico | $110,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economics teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $56.54 ($117,600 a year).
Do economics teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $117,600 against $123,900 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Georgia rank for economics teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 20 of 42 states.
Which city in Georgia pays economics teachers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $133,500 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.