How much does a purchasing manager make in Atlanta?
$165,900a year
Median yearly pay for purchasing managers in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $79.76 an hour or $13,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.76
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 219
- Jobs in the area
- 2,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $97,060Median: $165,900Highest 10%: $292,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $97,060 | $46.66 | |
| 25th | $128,800 | $61.94 | |
| Median | $165,900 | $79.76 | |
| 75th | $211,300 | $101.61 | |
| 90th | $292,500 | $140.62 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for purchasing managers.
| Columbus, GA | $132,500 |
| Savannah, GA | $131,400 |
| Augusta, GA | $128,700 |
| Gainesville, GA | $126,000 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $123,800 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chief Executive | $275,800 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $178,000 |
| Financial Manager | $171,200 |
| Sales Manager | $166,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $166,100 |
| Marketing Manager | $163,500 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $162,400 |
| Human Resources Manager | $161,300 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $146,600 |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a purchasing manager make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $79.76 ($165,900 a year).
Do purchasing managers make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $165,900 against $148,100 nationally, 12% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $155,400, so Atlanta pays 7% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for purchasing manager pay?
17 of 219 metro areas with data.
How much does a purchasing manager make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $97,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $292,500 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.