How much does a psychology teacher make in Georgia?
$79,440a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Georgia. That is $38.19 an hour or $6,620 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.19
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,170Median: $79,440Highest 10%: $135,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 25th | $62,520 | $30.06 | |
| Median | $79,440 | $38.19 | |
| 75th | $100,900 | $48.51 | |
| 90th | $135,600 | $65.21 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Augusta, GA | $109,100 |
| Atlanta, GA | $82,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 20. New Jersey | $80,790 |
| 21. Oregon | $80,060 |
| 22. Kansas | $79,730 |
| 23. Georgia | $79,440 |
| 24. Missouri | $79,240 |
| 25. Alaska | $79,040 |
| 26. Arizona | $78,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $38.19 ($79,440 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $79,440 against $80,340 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Georgia rank for psychology teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 23 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays psychology teachers the most?
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC, with a median of $109,100 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.