How much does a paramedic make in Atlanta?
$61,940a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $29.78 an hour or $5,162 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.78
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 95 of 266
- Jobs in the area
- 1,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,600Median: $61,940Highest 10%: $82,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,600 | $23.37 | |
| 25th | $57,660 | $27.72 | |
| Median | $61,940 | $29.78 | |
| 75th | $77,680 | $37.35 | |
| 90th | $82,980 | $39.89 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for paramedics.
| Augusta, GA | $61,830 |
| Savannah, GA | $53,420 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,220 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $52,070 |
| Macon, GA | $51,930 |
| Gainesville, GA | $51,790 |
| Albany, GA | $50,930 |
| Columbus, GA | $49,610 |
| Athens, GA | $47,570 |
| Hinesville, GA | $46,220 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $529,100 |
| Ophthalmologist | $412,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $354,000 |
| Dermatologist | $284,600 |
| Psychiatrist | $277,000 |
| Physician | $275,100 |
| Physician | $270,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $263,800 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $259,300 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $29.78 ($61,940 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $61,940 against $60,600 nationally, 2% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $57,660, so Atlanta pays 7% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for paramedic pay?
95 of 266 metro areas with data.
How much does a paramedic make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,980 or more.
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.