Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $81,900 | $86,427 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.38 | $41.55 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $85,047.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $83,874 | $57,750 | $110,250 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Georgia is $81,900, or about $39.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Georgia is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Georgia typically earn from $57,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 44,020 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $81,900, Georgia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.