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Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Salary in Georgia
Ranked #39 of 50 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of substitute teachers, short-terms in Georgia earn between $20,800 and $45,900. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean substitute teachers, short-term salary in Georgia is $36,240, about 21.9% below the U.S. average ($46,420). That works out to roughly $17/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | $43,030 | $40,970 | 460 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $39,340 | $37,860 | 12,070 |
| Gainesville, GA | $37,110 | $35,270 | 230 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $35,200 | $29,950 | 130 |
| Savannah, GA | $34,170 | $34,270 | 280 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $32,350 | $33,480 | 290 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $31,370 | $36,120 | 180 |
| South Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $27,820 | $30,310 | 580 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make in Georgia?
The median substitute teachers, short-term salary in Georgia is $38,870 per year (mean $36,240), and about 80% earn between $20,800 and $45,900.
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $17 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $36,240 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for substitute teachers, short-term?
Georgia ranks #39 of 50 states for substitute teachers, short-term pay. Its mean salary of $36,240 is about 21.9% below the U.S. average of $46,420.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay substitute teachers, short-term the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for substitute teachers, short-term are Warner Robins, GA ($43,030), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($39,340), Gainesville, GA ($37,110), by median annual wage.