How much does a forester make in Georgia?
$76,970a year
Median yearly pay for foresters in Georgia. That is $37.00 an hour or $6,414 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.00
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,460Median: $76,970Highest 10%: $109,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,460 | $15.13 | |
| 25th | $60,980 | $29.32 | |
| Median | $76,970 | $37.00 | |
| 75th | $109,700 | $52.74 | |
| 90th | $109,700 | $52.74 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $64,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foresters.
| 13. Washington | $78,460 |
| 14. Pennsylvania | $78,280 |
| 15. North Carolina | $77,870 |
| 16. Georgia | $76,970 |
| 17. Minnesota | $76,490 |
| 18. Colorado | $76,400 |
| 19. Michigan | $75,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forester make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $37.00 ($76,970 a year).
Do foresters make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $76,970 against $76,400 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Georgia rank for forester pay?
Georgia ranks 16 of 44 states.
Which city in Georgia pays foresters the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $64,110 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.