How much does a substitute teacher make in Georgia?
$38,870a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in Georgia. That is $18.69 an hour or $3,239 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.69
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 16,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $20,800Median: $38,870Highest 10%: $45,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,800 | $10.00 | |
| 25th | $29,560 | $14.21 | |
| Median | $38,870 | $18.69 | |
| 75th | $39,890 | $19.18 | |
| 90th | $45,900 | $22.07 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Warner Robins, GA | $43,030 |
| Atlanta, GA | $39,340 |
| Gainesville, GA | $37,110 |
| Savannah, GA | $34,170 |
| Athens, GA | $32,350 |
| Brunswick, GA | $31,370 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $29,500 |
| Albany, GA | $27,410 |
| Augusta, GA | $24,800 |
| Columbus, GA | $23,670 |
| Macon, GA | $23,350 |
| Valdosta, GA | $22,340 |
| Hinesville, GA | $22,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 17. Michigan | $39,500 |
| 18. Illinois | $39,410 |
| 19. Virginia | $39,020 |
| 20. Georgia | $38,870 |
| 21. Arizona | $38,500 |
| 22. Connecticut | $38,460 |
| 23. Vermont | $38,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $18.69 ($38,870 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $38,870 against $41,670 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Georgia rank for substitute teacher pay?
Georgia ranks 20 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays substitute teachers the most?
Warner Robins, GA, with a median of $43,030 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.