How much does a psychology teacher make in Atlanta?
$82,450a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $39.64 an hour or $6,871 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.64
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,990Median: $82,450Highest 10%: $136,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,990 | $25.00 | |
| 25th | $66,970 | $32.20 | |
| Median | $82,450 | $39.64 | |
| 75th | $106,600 | $51.27 | |
| 90th | $136,800 | $65.77 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Augusta, GA | $109,100 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $132,200 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $130,900 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $110,500 |
| Business Teacher | $108,300 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $107,800 |
| Physics Teacher | $107,400 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $107,100 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,200 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $102,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $39.64 ($82,450 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $82,450 against $80,340 nationally, 3% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $79,440, so Atlanta pays 4% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for psychology teacher pay?
42 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,800 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.