Tellers Salary in Georgia
In Georgia, tellers earn $38,890 at the median, or about $18.7 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $47K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Georgia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $39K get you in Georgia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Georgia
Entry-level tellers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $47K or more, a $16K spread from bottom to top.
Tellers salary by metro in Georgia
14 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $45K | +15% | 4,170 |
| Gainesville | $44K | +13% | 140 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $43K | +11% | 170 |
| Savannah | $41K | +5% | 250 |
| Rome | $38K | -3% | 100 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $38K | -3% | 490 |
| Dalton | $38K | -3% | 110 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $37K | -4% | 200 |
| Albany | $37K | -4% | 130 |
| Columbus | $37K | -4% | 240 |
| Warner Robins | $37K | -5% | 200 |
| Hinesville | $37K | -5% | 50 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $36K | -7% | 90 |
| Valdosta | $32K | -18% | 190 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do tellers make in Georgia?
The median is $38,890 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,070, and experienced tellers can clear $47,320. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Georgia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,634/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,434/month, which eats 54.4% 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 tellers 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 tellers salary is worth about $42,322 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do tellers 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.