How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make in Georgia?
$43,160a year
Median yearly pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants in Georgia. That is $20.75 an hour or $3,597 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.75
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 39,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,460Median: $43,160Highest 10%: $58,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,460 | $16.57 | |
| 25th | $36,910 | $17.75 | |
| Median | $43,160 | $20.75 | |
| 75th | $47,780 | $22.97 | |
| 90th | $58,290 | $28.02 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $46,370 |
| Gainesville, GA | $45,060 |
| Savannah, GA | $39,430 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $38,640 |
| Columbus, GA | $38,630 |
| Macon, GA | $38,560 |
| Albany, GA | $38,240 |
| Augusta, GA | $38,070 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $37,810 |
| Athens, GA | $37,800 |
| Rome, GA | $37,680 |
| Brunswick, GA | $37,670 |
| Dalton, GA | $36,200 |
| Hinesville, GA | $36,010 |
| Valdosta, GA | $34,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical secretary and administrative assistants.
| 34. Indiana | $44,060 |
| 35. Missouri | $43,980 |
| 36. Montana | $43,740 |
| 37. Georgia | $43,160 |
| 38. Kansas | $43,020 |
| 39. Texas | $42,910 |
| 40. Florida | $41,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $20.75 ($43,160 a year).
Do medical secretary and administrative assistants make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $43,160 against $45,930 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Georgia rank for medical secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Georgia ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays medical secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $46,370 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.