How much does a security make in Georgia?
$59,990a year
Median yearly pay for securitys in Georgia. That is $28.84 an hour or $4,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.84
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 14,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,900Median: $59,990Highest 10%: $169,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,900 | $22.55 | |
| 25th | $50,170 | $24.12 | |
| Median | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 75th | $98,900 | $47.55 | |
| 90th | $169,200 | $81.34 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $63,610 |
| Athens, GA | $58,970 |
| Gainesville, GA | $57,130 |
| Augusta, GA | $56,950 |
| Columbus, GA | $51,140 |
| Savannah, GA | $50,790 |
| Rome, GA | $50,710 |
| Brunswick, GA | $50,640 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $50,480 |
| Albany, GA | $50,010 |
| Macon, GA | $49,890 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $48,970 |
| Dalton, GA | $48,490 |
| Valdosta, GA | $47,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for securitys.
| 35. Maryland | $61,660 |
| 36. Nevada | $61,490 |
| 37. New Mexico | $60,850 |
| 38. Georgia | $59,990 |
| 39. Maine | $59,970 |
| 40. Kentucky | $59,110 |
| 41. Tennessee | $58,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $28.84 ($59,990 a year).
Do securitys make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $59,990 against $78,660 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Georgia rank for security pay?
Georgia ranks 38 of 48 states.
Which city in Georgia pays securitys the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $63,610 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.