How much does a lighting technician make in Georgia?
$70,150a year
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians in Georgia. That is $33.73 an hour or $5,846 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.73
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,240Median: $70,150Highest 10%: $123,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,240 | $23.19 | |
| 25th | $61,790 | $29.71 | |
| Median | $70,150 | $33.73 | |
| 75th | $98,590 | $47.40 | |
| 90th | $123,000 | $59.14 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $70,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lighting technicians.
| 3. New Jersey | $87,550 |
| 4. New York | $78,000 |
| 5. Connecticut | $72,450 |
| 6. Georgia | $70,150 |
| 7. Oklahoma | $67,110 |
| 8. Louisiana | $66,840 |
| 9. Florida | $62,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lighting technician make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $33.73 ($70,150 a year).
Do lighting technicians make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $70,150 against $68,060 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Georgia rank for lighting technician pay?
Georgia ranks 6 of 27 states.
Which city in Georgia pays lighting technicians the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $70,150 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.