How much does a retail salesperson make in Georgia?
$30,840a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Georgia. That is $14.83 an hour or $2,570 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.83
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 143,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $22,590Median: $30,840Highest 10%: $46,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $22,590 | $10.86 | |
| 25th | $27,610 | $13.27 | |
| Median | $30,840 | $14.83 | |
| 75th | $36,420 | $17.51 | |
| 90th | $46,430 | $22.32 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $32,850 |
| Gainesville, GA | $31,870 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $31,460 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $30,650 |
| Rome, GA | $30,590 |
| Brunswick, GA | $30,200 |
| Savannah, GA | $30,160 |
| Hinesville, GA | $29,880 |
| Augusta, GA | $29,350 |
| Athens, GA | $29,240 |
| Dalton, GA | $29,140 |
| Macon, GA | $28,820 |
| Albany, GA | $28,660 |
| Valdosta, GA | $28,600 |
| Columbus, GA | $28,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 38. North Carolina | $31,370 |
| 39. Iowa | $31,360 |
| 40. Pennsylvania | $31,200 |
| 41. Georgia | $30,840 |
| 42. Ohio | $30,800 |
| 43. Texas | $30,800 |
| 44. South Carolina | $30,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $14.83 ($30,840 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $30,840 against $35,410 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Georgia rank for retail salesperson pay?
Georgia ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays retail salespersons the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $32,850 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.