How much does an elementary school teacher make in Georgia?
$72,290a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Georgia. That is $34.75 an hour or $6,024 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.75
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 43,820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,260Median: $72,290Highest 10%: $98,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,260 | $23.68 | |
| 25th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| Median | $72,290 | $34.75 | |
| 75th | $77,870 | $37.44 | |
| 90th | $98,030 | $47.13 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Athens, GA | $76,600 |
| Atlanta, GA | $76,570 |
| Brunswick, GA | $75,530 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $74,000 |
| Hinesville, GA | $67,090 |
| Gainesville, GA | $64,780 |
| Rome, GA | $64,360 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,710 |
| Valdosta, GA | $63,480 |
| Dalton, GA | $63,340 |
| Augusta, GA | $63,000 |
| Macon, GA | $61,510 |
| Columbus, GA | $61,360 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $59,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 17. Utah | $74,810 |
| 18. New Mexico | $74,550 |
| 19. New Hampshire | $72,410 |
| 20. Georgia | $72,290 |
| 21. Hawaii | $71,410 |
| 22. Virginia | $65,550 |
| 23. Michigan | $65,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $34.75 ($72,290 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $72,290 against $63,970 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Georgia rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays elementary school teachers the most?
Athens-Clarke County, GA, with a median of $76,600 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.