How much does an educational make in Atlanta?
$67,730a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $32.56 an hour or $5,644 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.56
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 105 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 6,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,580Median: $67,730Highest 10%: $106,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,580 | $20.47 | |
| 25th | $51,500 | $24.76 | |
| Median | $67,730 | $32.56 | |
| 75th | $92,300 | $44.38 | |
| 90th | $106,200 | $51.05 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| Brunswick, GA | $80,740 |
| Hinesville, GA | $73,920 |
| Dalton, GA | $71,840 |
| Augusta, GA | $62,600 |
| Gainesville, GA | $60,400 |
| Columbus, GA | $59,120 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $58,470 |
| Athens, GA | $57,870 |
| Macon, GA | $57,790 |
| Savannah, GA | $57,320 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $56,660 |
| Albany, GA | $54,500 |
| Rome, GA | $53,780 |
| Valdosta, GA | $49,330 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $112,500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Counselor | $79,490 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Clergy | $65,150 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,880 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $32.56 ($67,730 a year).
Do educationals make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $67,730 against $64,330 nationally, 5% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $63,720, so Atlanta pays 6% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for educational pay?
105 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,580 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,200 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.