Average Electrician Salary in Georgia

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Electrician in Georgia earns $60,300 per year, which is below the national average of $61,590. This translates to approximately $28.99 per hour, $2,319 biweekly, or $5,025 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)	$45,200	$21.73
Average (50th)	$60,300	$28.99
Experienced (75th)	$69,300	$33.34
Top Earners (90th)	$78,400	$37.69

Electrician Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$65,100	$5,425/mo
Augusta	$61,500	$5,125/mo
Savannah	$59,100	$4,925/mo
Athens	$57,300	$4,775/mo
Macon	$56,100	$4,675/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + apprenticeship
Job Growth (2022-2032)	7% (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 Electricians in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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