Average Medical Assistant Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Medical Assistant in Georgia earns $41,100 per year, which is below the national average of $42,000. This translates to approximately $19.76 per hour, $1,581 biweekly, or $3,425 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)	$30,800	$14.81
Average (50th)	$41,100	$19.76
Experienced (75th)	$47,300	$22.72
Top Earners (90th)	$53,400	$25.67

Medical Assistant Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$44,400	$3,700/mo
Augusta	$41,900	$3,492/mo
Savannah	$40,300	$3,358/mo
Athens	$39,000	$3,250/mo
Macon	$38,200	$3,183/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	14% (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 Medical Assistants in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

Calculate Your Georgia Take-Home Pay

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