How much does a social worker make in Georgia?
$78,260a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Georgia. That is $37.63 an hour or $6,522 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.63
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,930Median: $78,260Highest 10%: $126,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,930 | $20.64 | |
| 25th | $46,640 | $22.42 | |
| Median | $78,260 | $37.63 | |
| 75th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| 90th | $126,700 | $60.89 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, GA | $96,820 |
| Savannah, GA | $93,580 |
| Augusta, GA | $91,980 |
| Valdosta, GA | $87,420 |
| Atlanta, GA | $67,260 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,640 |
| Athens, GA | $47,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 22. New York | $84,010 |
| 23. North Dakota | $81,330 |
| 24. Minnesota | $79,790 |
| 25. Georgia | $78,260 |
| 26. New Jersey | $76,640 |
| 27. Nebraska | $76,520 |
| 28. Maryland | $75,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $37.63 ($78,260 a year).
Do social workers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $78,260 against $71,900 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Georgia rank for social worker pay?
Georgia ranks 25 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays social workers the most?
Columbus, GA-AL, with a median of $96,820 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.