Nurse Practitioner salary in Georgia
Nurse Practitioners in Georgia earn a median of $60.60 per hour, about $126,060 a year, 2% below the U.S. median of $62.12. The middle half earn between $51.48 and $65.76 per hour. The highest median among Georgia metro areas is in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, at $61.84 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $60.60median pay per hour
- $126,060median pay per year
- 10,580nurse practitioners employed in Georgia
- #32of 49 states by median pay
Nurse Practitioner pay in Georgia: percentiles
| Level | Georgia per hour | Georgia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.04 | $99,920 | $47.10 |
| Lower quartile | $51.48 | $107,080 | $52.86 |
| Median | $60.60 | $126,060 | $62.12 |
| Upper quartile | $65.76 | $136,780 | $71.91 |
| Top 10% | $78.83 | $163,970 | $81.71 |
Nurse Practitioner 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 | $61.84 | $128,640 | 6,280 | 2% above | $61.80 |
| Gainesville, GA | $61.11 | $127,100 | 350 | 1% above | — |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $59.25 | $123,250 | 280 | 2% below | $63.48 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $57.06 | $118,680 | 410 | 6% below | $63.90 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $57.03 | $118,620 | 40 | 6% below | $65.02 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $55.17 | $114,750 | 90 | 9% below | $58.82 |
| Dalton, GA | $54.87 | $114,130 | 170 | 9% below | $61.07 |
| Valdosta, GA | $54.51 | $113,380 | 110 | 10% below | $61.75 |
| Savannah, GA | $53.84 | $112,000 | 300 | 11% below | $56.55 |
| Albany, GA | $53.53 | $111,350 | 110 | 12% below | $61.06 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $53.08 | $110,410 | 500 | 12% below | $57.76 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $52.49 | $109,170 | 360 | 13% below | $59.29 |
| Rome, GA | $50.72 | $105,500 | 110 | 16% below | $56.25 |
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).
Nurse Practitioner pay in states next to Georgia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $51.41 | $106,930 | 15% below Georgia |
| Florida | $62.02 | $129,010 | 2% above Georgia |
| North Carolina | $60.11 | $125,020 | 1% below Georgia |
| South Carolina | $55.88 | $116,240 | 8% below Georgia |
| Tennessee | $52.12 | $108,420 | 14% below Georgia |
What employers are posting in Georgia
- 8roles with published pay
- $59.38median pay per hour
- $46–$73typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 6 | $59.38 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 2 | $49.49 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 8 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Georgia · Nurse Practitioner salary nationwide · Georgia state guide · Georgia licensing guide
Common questions
How much does a nurse practitioner make in Georgia?
The median is $60.60 per hour, about $126,060 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $48.04 and the top 10% earn over $78.83 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Georgia city pays nurse practitioners the most?
Among Georgia metro areas, Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA has the highest median at $61.84 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Georgia rank for nurse practitioner pay?
Georgia ranks 32nd of 49 states by median nurse practitioner 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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- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Stewart, GA · 2 postings$49.49/ hr$43–$56
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