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Accountants and Auditors Salary in Georgia
Ranked #16 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of accountants and auditorss in Georgia earn between $51,830 and $145,960. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean accountants and auditors salary in Georgia is $93,640, about 1.2% below the U.S. average ($94,750). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $85,820 | $97,920 | 30,150 |
| Savannah, GA | $79,790 | $89,300 | 1,360 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $78,560 | $88,160 | 390 |
| Dalton, GA | $77,410 | $82,380 | 450 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $76,710 | $84,730 | 1,280 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $76,390 | $85,040 | 780 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $75,900 | $83,710 | 570 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $75,830 | $81,590 | 890 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do accountants and auditors make in Georgia?
The median accountants and auditors salary in Georgia is $81,900 per year (mean $93,640), and about 80% earn between $51,830 and $145,960.
How much do accountants and auditors make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $45 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $93,640 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for accountants and auditors?
Georgia ranks #16 of 51 states for accountants and auditors pay. Its mean salary of $93,640 is about 1.2% below the U.S. average of $94,750.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay accountants and auditors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for accountants and auditors are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($85,820), Savannah, GA ($79,790), Warner Robins, GA ($78,560), by median annual wage.