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Registered Nurses Salary in Georgia
Ranked #22 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Georgia earn between $68,920 and $128,640. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Georgia is $95,080, about 6.3% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $46/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $100,490 | $99,760 | 56,460 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $87,760 | $91,530 | 6,880 |
| Savannah, GA | $86,760 | $87,860 | 4,200 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $85,070 | $89,490 | 3,100 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $84,400 | $85,960 | 1,980 |
| Rome, GA | $83,880 | $92,030 | 1,740 |
| Dalton, GA | $83,290 | $85,060 | 1,000 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $82,630 | $88,860 | 1,010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Georgia?
The median registered nurses salary in Georgia is $93,550 per year (mean $95,080), and about 80% earn between $68,920 and $128,640.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $46 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $95,080 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Georgia ranks #22 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $95,080 is about 6.3% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for registered nurses are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($100,490), Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC ($87,760), Savannah, GA ($86,760), by median annual wage.