How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Georgia?
$65,680a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Georgia. That is $31.58 an hour or $5,473 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.58
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,610Median: $65,680Highest 10%: $95,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,610 | $23.37 | |
| 25th | $59,810 | $28.75 | |
| Median | $65,680 | $31.58 | |
| 75th | $77,980 | $37.49 | |
| 90th | $95,070 | $45.71 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $75,690 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $72,930 |
| Hinesville, GA | $69,720 |
| Macon, GA | $68,610 |
| Valdosta, GA | $64,020 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,190 |
| Gainesville, GA | $63,020 |
| Augusta, GA | $62,350 |
| Columbus, GA | $62,180 |
| Dalton, GA | $62,100 |
| Rome, GA | $61,110 |
| Athens, GA | $55,770 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $51,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 12. Delaware | $74,030 |
| 13. Ohio | $72,570 |
| 14. Oregon | $68,580 |
| 15. Georgia | $65,680 |
| 16. Nevada | $64,930 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $64,430 |
| 18. Illinois | $64,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $31.58 ($65,680 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $65,680 against $62,680 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Georgia rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $75,690 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.