How much does a switchboard operator make in Georgia?
$39,490a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in Georgia. That is $18.99 an hour or $3,291 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.99
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,880Median: $39,490Highest 10%: $46,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,880 | $14.85 | |
| 25th | $36,070 | $17.34 | |
| Median | $39,490 | $18.99 | |
| 75th | $43,710 | $21.01 | |
| 90th | $46,390 | $22.30 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $39,930 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $35,770 |
| Columbus, GA | $30,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for switchboard operators.
| 14. Arizona | $40,380 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $40,030 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $39,850 |
| 17. Georgia | $39,490 |
| 18. Kansas | $38,760 |
| 19. North Carolina | $38,520 |
| 20. Iowa | $38,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $18.99 ($39,490 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $39,490 against $38,630 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Georgia rank for switchboard operator pay?
Georgia ranks 17 of 46 states.
Which city in Georgia pays switchboard operators the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $39,930 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.