Medical Assistant salary in Georgia
Medical Assistants in Georgia earn a median of $18.75 per hour, about $39,000 a year, 12% below the U.S. median of $21.25. The middle half earn between $17.44 and $22.21 per hour. The highest median among Georgia metro areas is in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, at $21.66 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $18.75median pay per hour
- $39,000median pay per year
- 26,800medical assistants employed in Georgia
- #38of 50 states by median pay
Medical Assistant pay in Georgia: percentiles
| Level | Georgia per hour | Georgia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.97 | $31,140 | $16.84 |
| Lower quartile | $17.44 | $36,280 | $18.08 |
| Median | $18.75 | $39,000 | $21.25 |
| Upper quartile | $22.21 | $46,200 | $23.15 |
| Top 10% | $23.54 | $48,960 | $27.80 |
Medical Assistant pay by metro area in Georgia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Georgia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $21.66 | $45,040 | 15,390 | 16% above | $21.65 |
| Gainesville, GA | $19.03 | $39,570 | 870 | 1% above | — |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $18.59 | $38,670 | 940 | 1% below | $19.92 |
| Savannah, GA | $18.23 | $37,910 | 980 | 3% below | $19.15 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $18.00 | $37,440 | 1,020 | 4% below | $20.33 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $17.94 | $37,320 | 1,570 | 4% below | $19.52 |
| Rome, GA | $17.81 | $37,040 | 360 | 5% below | $19.75 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $17.79 | $37,010 | 210 | 5% below | $20.28 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $17.66 | $36,730 | 860 | 6% below | $19.78 |
| Hinesville, GA | $17.52 | $36,440 | 80 | 7% below | — |
| Albany, GA | $17.48 | $36,350 | 430 | 7% below | $19.94 |
| Dalton, GA | $17.41 | $36,200 | 340 | 7% below | $19.38 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $17.15 | $35,660 | 350 | 9% below | $18.29 |
| Valdosta, GA | $16.46 | $34,230 | 350 | 12% below | $18.65 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Medical Assistant pay in states next to Georgia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $16.82 | $34,980 | 10% below Georgia |
| Florida | $19.90 | $41,380 | 6% above Georgia |
| North Carolina | $20.48 | $42,600 | 9% above Georgia |
| South Carolina | $18.66 | $38,820 | in line with Georgia |
| Tennessee | $18.34 | $38,150 | 2% below Georgia |
What employers are posting in Georgia
- 12roles with published pay
- $28.62median pay per hour
- $21–$34typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 9 | $28.62 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 2 | $22.09 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $22.52 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 12 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Medical Assistant jobs in Georgia · Medical Assistant salary nationwide · Georgia state guide
Common questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Georgia?
The median is $18.75 per hour, about $39,000 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $14.97 and the top 10% earn over $23.54 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Georgia city pays medical assistants the most?
Among Georgia metro areas, Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA has the highest median at $21.66 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Georgia rank for medical assistant pay?
Georgia ranks 38th of 50 states by median medical assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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