How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Georgia?
$64,650a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Georgia. That is $31.08 an hour or $5,388 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.08
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 5,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,130Median: $64,650Highest 10%: $103,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,130 | $23.14 | |
| 25th | $51,310 | $24.67 | |
| Median | $64,650 | $31.08 | |
| 75th | $92,970 | $44.70 | |
| 90th | $103,900 | $49.95 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rome, GA | $77,670 |
| Atlanta, GA | $77,570 |
| Savannah, GA | $77,030 |
| Columbus, GA | $64,920 |
| Athens, GA | $64,650 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $60,190 |
| Augusta, GA | $55,640 |
| Valdosta, GA | $48,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 30. New York | $67,640 |
| 31. Pennsylvania | $65,400 |
| 32. West Virginia | $65,260 |
| 33. Georgia | $64,650 |
| 34. Texas | $64,110 |
| 35. North Dakota | $63,430 |
| 36. Florida | $62,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $31.08 ($64,650 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $64,650 against $77,640 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Georgia rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 33 of 48 states.
Which city in Georgia pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Rome, GA, with a median of $77,670 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.