How much does a pump operator make in Georgia?
$64,050a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Georgia. That is $30.79 an hour or $5,338 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.79
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,300Median: $64,050Highest 10%: $93,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,300 | $16.97 | |
| 25th | $45,540 | $21.89 | |
| Median | $64,050 | $30.79 | |
| 75th | $78,790 | $37.88 | |
| 90th | $93,300 | $44.86 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $64,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 10. New Jersey | $64,990 |
| 11. Ohio | $64,700 |
| 12. Louisiana | $64,110 |
| 13. Georgia | $64,050 |
| 14. Texas | $61,770 |
| 15. Mississippi | $61,670 |
| 16. Utah | $61,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $30.79 ($64,050 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $64,050 against $61,770 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Georgia rank for pump operator pay?
Georgia ranks 13 of 37 states.
Which city in Georgia pays pump operators the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $64,050 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.