Diagnostic Medical Sonographer salary in Georgia
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Georgia earn a median of $38.57 per hour, about $80,230 a year, 10% below the U.S. median of $42.95. The middle half earn between $33.04 and $43.36 per hour. The highest median among Georgia metro areas is in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, at $41.97 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $38.57median pay per hour
- $80,230median pay per year
- 2,430employed in Georgia
- #41of 50 states by median pay
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in Georgia: percentiles
| Level | Georgia per hour | Georgia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.02 | $58,280 | $31.13 |
| Lower quartile | $33.04 | $68,720 | $37.54 |
| Median | $38.57 | $80,230 | $42.95 |
| Upper quartile | $43.36 | $90,190 | $49.82 |
| Top 10% | $48.87 | $101,650 | $59.22 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer 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 | $41.97 | $87,290 | 1,360 | 9% above | $41.95 |
| Savannah, GA | $37.91 | $78,850 | 110 | 2% below | $39.82 |
| Rome, GA | $36.95 | $76,860 | 40 | 4% below | $40.98 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $36.13 | $75,160 | 130 | 6% below | $39.31 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $33.04 | $68,720 | 90 | 14% below | $37.32 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $32.52 | $67,630 | 70 | 16% below | $36.42 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $31.91 | $66,370 | 50 | 17% below | $34.19 |
| Valdosta, GA | $31.16 | $64,810 | 30 | 19% below | $35.30 |
| Albany, GA | $26.01 | $54,100 | 60 | 33% below | $29.67 |
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).
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer pay in states next to Georgia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $31.89 | $66,340 | 17% below Georgia |
| Florida | $39.06 | $81,240 | 1% above Georgia |
| North Carolina | $40.14 | $83,480 | 4% above Georgia |
| South Carolina | $38.70 | $80,490 | in line with Georgia |
| Tennessee | $38.21 | $79,480 | 1% below Georgia |
What employers are posting in Georgia
- 3roles with published pay
- $44.38median pay per hour
- $36–$53typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 3 | $44.38 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Georgia?
The median is $38.57 per hour, about $80,230 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $28.02 and the top 10% earn over $48.87 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Georgia city pays diagnostic medical sonographers the most?
Among Georgia metro areas, Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA has the highest median at $41.97 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Georgia rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
Georgia ranks 41st of 50 states by median diagnostic medical sonographer 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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- Emory Healthcare, Inc.Atlanta, GA · 1 wage offer$54.72/ hr$55–$55
- Advocate HealthMacon, GA · 3 postings$44.38/ hr$36–$53
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$73.71/ hr$56–$91
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