Average Mechanical Engineer Salary in Georgia

Engineering · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Mechanical Engineer in Georgia earns $97,400 per year, which is below the national average of $99,510. This translates to approximately $46.83 per hour, $3,746 biweekly, or $8,117 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)	$73,000	$35.10
Average (50th)	$97,400	$46.83
Experienced (75th)	$112,000	$53.85
Top Earners (90th)	$126,600	$60.87

Mechanical Engineer Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$105,200	$8,767/mo
Augusta	$99,300	$8,275/mo
Savannah	$95,500	$7,958/mo
Athens	$92,500	$7,708/mo
Macon	$90,600	$7,550/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Engineering
Typical Education	Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	10% (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 Mechanical Engineers in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for engineering professionals.

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