How much does a protective service worker make in Georgia?
$45,200a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Georgia. That is $21.73 an hour or $3,767 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.73
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,470Median: $45,200Highest 10%: $80,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,470 | $11.28 | |
| 25th | $35,150 | $16.90 | |
| Median | $45,200 | $21.73 | |
| 75th | $61,820 | $29.72 | |
| 90th | $80,030 | $38.48 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $45,950 |
| Savannah, GA | $42,470 |
| Augusta, GA | $23,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 25. Nebraska | $47,090 |
| 26. Idaho | $46,580 |
| 27. Kentucky | $46,580 |
| 28. Georgia | $45,200 |
| 29. Ohio | $44,890 |
| 30. Louisiana | $44,410 |
| 31. Colorado | $44,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $21.73 ($45,200 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $45,200 against $42,540 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Georgia rank for protective service worker pay?
Georgia ranks 28 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays protective service workers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $45,950 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.