How much does a helper make in Georgia?
$39,890a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Georgia. That is $19.18 an hour or $3,324 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.18
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,070Median: $39,890Highest 10%: $63,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,070 | $13.98 | |
| 25th | $35,190 | $16.92 | |
| Median | $39,890 | $19.18 | |
| 75th | $50,180 | $24.13 | |
| 90th | $63,790 | $30.67 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $41,850 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $39,130 |
| Savannah, GA | $37,280 |
| Macon, GA | $36,970 |
| Athens, GA | $36,830 |
| Augusta, GA | $36,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 19. New Jersey | $41,080 |
| 20. Texas | $40,610 |
| 21. Louisiana | $39,960 |
| 22. Georgia | $39,890 |
| 23. Michigan | $39,840 |
| 24. Florida | $39,500 |
| 25. Idaho | $39,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $19.18 ($39,890 a year).
Do helpers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $39,890 against $42,670 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Georgia rank for helper pay?
Georgia ranks 22 of 40 states.
Which city in Georgia pays helpers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $41,850 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.