Bakers Salary in Georgia
In Georgia, bakers earn $33,000 at the median — $15.86 an hour. The range runs from $22K at the entry level to $44K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Georgia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $33K get you in Georgia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Georgia
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $22K. Mid-career wages sit at $33K. Top earners bring in $44K or more, a $22K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Georgia
13 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | $36K | +10% | 80 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $34K | +3% | 5,220 |
| Gainesville | $34K | +3% | 130 |
| Savannah | $34K | +2% | 320 |
| Warner Robins | $30K | -8% | 70 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $30K | -8% | 50 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $30K | -9% | 90 |
| Columbus | $30K | -10% | 170 |
| Dalton | $30K | -10% | 30 |
| Valdosta | $29K | -11% | 120 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $29K | -13% | 160 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $29K | -13% | 340 |
| Albany | $28K | -14% | 60 |
Showing 1–10 of 13 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Georgia?
The median is $33,000 a year, that works out to about $16 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $21,860, and experienced bakers can clear $43,650. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $33K enough to live in Georgia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,266/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,434/month, which eats 63.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in Georgia?
Georgia has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $35,913 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.