How much does an educational make in Columbus?
$59,120a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area. That is $28.42 an hour or $4,927 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.42
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among cities
- 252 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,330Median: $59,120Highest 10%: $100,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,330 | $18.91 | |
| 25th | $45,200 | $21.73 | |
| Median | $59,120 | $28.42 | |
| 75th | $76,210 | $36.64 | |
| 90th | $100,700 | $48.40 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| Brunswick, GA | $80,740 |
| Hinesville, GA | $73,920 |
| Dalton, GA | $71,840 |
| Atlanta, GA | $67,730 |
| Augusta, GA | $62,600 |
| Gainesville, GA | $60,400 |
| 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 Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $96,820 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $59,650 |
| Substance Abuse | $55,910 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $55,080 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $47,800 |
| Child | $47,080 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $35,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area is $28.42 ($59,120 a year).
Do educationals make more in Columbus than the national average?
No: $59,120 against $64,330 nationally, 8% less.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $63,720, so Columbus pays 7% less.
Where does Columbus rank for educational pay?
252 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,700 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.