How much does a life make in Georgia?
$69,320a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Georgia. That is $33.33 an hour or $5,777 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.33
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,260Median: $69,320Highest 10%: $144,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,260 | $20.80 | |
| 25th | $49,760 | $23.92 | |
| Median | $69,320 | $33.33 | |
| 75th | $105,800 | $50.88 | |
| 90th | $144,700 | $69.58 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $87,180 |
| Savannah, GA | $58,280 |
| Dalton, GA | $57,540 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $49,040 |
| Macon, GA | $44,390 |
| Athens, GA | $42,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 5. Alaska | $70,700 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $69,630 |
| 7. North Dakota | $69,350 |
| 8. Georgia | $69,320 |
| 9. Maryland | $68,390 |
| 10. Kentucky | $68,230 |
| 11. Virginia | $67,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $33.33 ($69,320 a year).
Do lifes make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $69,320 against $62,280 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Georgia rank for life pay?
Georgia ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays lifes the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $87,180 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.