How much does a janitor and cleaner make in Georgia?
$34,310a year
Median yearly pay for janitor and cleaners in Georgia. That is $16.50 an hour or $2,859 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.50
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 55,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,110Median: $34,310Highest 10%: $44,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,110 | $12.55 | |
| 25th | $29,270 | $14.07 | |
| Median | $34,310 | $16.50 | |
| 75th | $37,470 | $18.01 | |
| 90th | $44,390 | $21.34 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $35,940 |
| Savannah, GA | $33,770 |
| Hinesville, GA | $33,390 |
| Gainesville, GA | $33,350 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $33,280 |
| Athens, GA | $32,170 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $31,760 |
| Brunswick, GA | $31,560 |
| Augusta, GA | $30,630 |
| Dalton, GA | $30,520 |
| Macon, GA | $30,380 |
| Columbus, GA | $30,320 |
| Albany, GA | $30,000 |
| Rome, GA | $29,630 |
| Valdosta, GA | $29,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for janitor and cleaners.
| 37. North Carolina | $34,500 |
| 38. Florida | $34,490 |
| 39. Kansas | $34,480 |
| 40. Georgia | $34,310 |
| 41. Tennessee | $33,440 |
| 42. Texas | $33,010 |
| 43. Kentucky | $32,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a janitor and cleaner make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $16.50 ($34,310 a year).
Do janitor and cleaners make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $34,310 against $36,840 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Georgia rank for janitor and cleaner pay?
Georgia ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays janitor and cleaners the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $35,940 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.