How much does a transportation security screener make in Georgia?
$66,770a year
Median yearly pay for transportation security screeners in Georgia. That is $32.10 an hour or $5,564 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.10
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,640Median: $66,770Highest 10%: $71,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,640 | $20.50 | |
| 25th | $52,830 | $25.40 | |
| Median | $66,770 | $32.10 | |
| 75th | $71,070 | $34.17 | |
| 90th | $71,070 | $34.17 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $66,770 |
| Augusta, GA | $65,170 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $63,130 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation security screeners.
| 14. Michigan | $67,390 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $67,330 |
| 16. Minnesota | $67,290 |
| 17. Georgia | $66,770 |
| 18. Ohio | $65,870 |
| 19. Vermont | $65,460 |
| 20. North Carolina | $64,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation security screener make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $32.10 ($66,770 a year).
Do transportation security screeners make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $66,770 against $66,770 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Georgia rank for transportation security screener pay?
Georgia ranks 17 of 45 states.
Which city in Georgia pays transportation security screeners the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $66,770 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.