Average Paralegal Salary in Georgia

Legal · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Paralegal in Georgia earns $61,400 per year, which is below the national average of $62,750. This translates to approximately $29.52 per hour, $2,362 biweekly, or $5,117 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)	$46,000	$22.12
Average (50th)	$61,400	$29.52
Experienced (75th)	$70,600	$33.95
Top Earners (90th)	$79,800	$38.37

Paralegal Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$66,300	$5,525/mo
Augusta	$62,600	$5,217/mo
Savannah	$60,200	$5,017/mo
Athens	$58,300	$4,858/mo
Macon	$57,100	$4,758/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Legal
Typical Education	Associate's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	4% (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 Paralegals in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for legal professionals.

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