How much does an economist make in Georgia?
$122,600a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Georgia. That is $58.93 an hour or $10,210 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.93
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,190Median: $122,600Highest 10%: $187,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,190 | $37.59 | |
| 25th | $98,790 | $47.50 | |
| Median | $122,600 | $58.93 | |
| 75th | $162,400 | $78.08 | |
| 90th | $187,300 | $90.06 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $122,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 8. North Carolina | $136,200 |
| 9. Idaho | $131,300 |
| 10. Alabama | $130,000 |
| 11. Georgia | $122,600 |
| 12. Oregon | $122,100 |
| 13. Texas | $121,400 |
| 14. Colorado | $121,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $58.93 ($122,600 a year).
Do economists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $122,600 against $124,700 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Georgia rank for economist pay?
Georgia ranks 11 of 40 states.
Which city in Georgia pays economists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $122,600 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.