How much does a therapist make in Georgia?
$59,380a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Georgia. That is $28.55 an hour or $4,948 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.55
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,250Median: $59,380Highest 10%: $105,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,250 | $17.91 | |
| 25th | $50,220 | $24.14 | |
| Median | $59,380 | $28.55 | |
| 75th | $84,630 | $40.69 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.80 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $62,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 32. North Carolina | $60,400 |
| 33. Oklahoma | $60,090 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $59,420 |
| 35. Georgia | $59,380 |
| 36. Michigan | $57,970 |
| 37. Tennessee | $56,690 |
| 38. Maryland | $49,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $28.55 ($59,380 a year).
Do therapists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $59,380 against $77,930 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Georgia rank for therapist pay?
Georgia ranks 35 of 41 states.
Which city in Georgia pays therapists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $62,450 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.