How much does an optician make in Georgia?
$48,010a year
Median yearly pay for opticians in Georgia. That is $23.08 an hour or $4,001 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.08
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,800Median: $48,010Highest 10%: $74,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,800 | $17.69 | |
| 25th | $41,880 | $20.13 | |
| Median | $48,010 | $23.08 | |
| 75th | $64,620 | $31.07 | |
| 90th | $74,120 | $35.63 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $51,890 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $47,140 |
| Savannah, GA | $46,440 |
| Athens, GA | $46,250 |
| Gainesville, GA | $45,310 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $44,870 |
| Macon, GA | $44,810 |
| Augusta, GA | $44,700 |
| Valdosta, GA | $44,220 |
| Albany, GA | $39,670 |
| Columbus, GA | $39,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for opticians.
| 18. Maryland | $48,700 |
| 19. Arizona | $48,210 |
| 20. Minnesota | $48,020 |
| 21. Georgia | $48,010 |
| 22. South Carolina | $48,000 |
| 23. Rhode Island | $47,400 |
| 24. Colorado | $47,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $23.08 ($48,010 a year).
Do opticians make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $48,010 against $47,260 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Georgia rank for optician pay?
Georgia ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays opticians the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $51,890 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.