Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Georgia
In Georgia, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $35,210 at the median — $16.93 an hour. The range runs from $24K at the entry level to $48K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Georgia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $35K get you in Georgia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Georgia
Entry-level helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $24K. Mid-career wages sit at $35K. Top earners bring in $48K or more, a $25K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Georgia
12 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah | $37K | +5% | 120 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $37K | +4% | 30 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $36K | +3% | 1,730 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $35K | +0% | 60 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $35K | -0% | 180 |
| Gainesville | $34K | -3% | 80 |
| Warner Robins | $34K | -4% | 40 |
| Columbus | $32K | -10% | 70 |
| Albany | $32K | -10% | 70 |
| Valdosta | $29K | -16% | 50 |
| Dalton | $29K | -17% | 40 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $29K | -18% | 190 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Georgia?
The median is $35,210 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,530, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $48,330. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $35K enough to live in Georgia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,404/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,434/month, which eats 59.7% 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $38,318 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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.