Average Cosmetologist Salary in Georgia

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Georgia earns $36,300 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.45 per hour, $1,396 biweekly, or $3,025 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$27,200	$13.08
Average (50th)	$36,300	$17.45
Experienced (75th)	$41,700	$20.07
Top Earners (90th)	$47,200	$22.69

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$39,200	$3,267/mo
Augusta	$37,000	$3,083/mo
Savannah	$35,600	$2,967/mo
Athens	$34,500	$2,875/mo
Macon	$33,800	$2,817/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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