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Average Wages in Georgia by Occupation (2024 BLS Data)

Median annual wages and employment by major occupation group in Georgia. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2024.

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Data current as of March 2026 Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS 2024

The median annual wage across all major occupation groups in Georgia is $57,413 as of 2024, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The highest-paying group is Management Occupations ($117,450 median) while Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations earns the least ($28,770 median).

Median Annual Wage by Occupation Group — Georgia

Wages by Occupation Group in Georgia (2024)

Click any column header to sort. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

Occupation Group Median Annual
Management $117,450
Business and Financial Operations $77,780
Computer and Mathematical $101,770
Architecture and Engineering $85,800
Life, Physical, and Social Science $77,370
Community and Social Service $53,200
Legal $79,390
Educational Instruction and Library $59,850
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media $53,040
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical $81,520
Healthcare Support $36,090
Protective Service $45,870
Food Preparation and Serving $28,770
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance $34,500
Personal Care and Service $29,130
Sales and Related $35,340
Office and Administrative Support $43,340
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry $37,440
Construction and Extraction $49,010
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair $55,110
Production $41,170
Transportation and Material Moving $40,150

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Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) Program, 2024 survey. Covers all wage and salary workers, excluding self-employed. Employment counts represent jobs, not workers. Wages are in nominal (current) dollars.

Estimates only. These results are based on publicly available data and standard formulas. Actual costs may vary based on your specific circumstances. This calculator does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional for advice on your situation.

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