Actors pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for actors is $19.75 an hour ($41,080 a year). About 1,520 people work in this job there.
That is 32% lower than the U.S. median ($60,424). Georgia ranks 12th of 21 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for actors in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.19 | $25,355 |
| 25% of workers | $19.00 | $39,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.75 | $41,080 |
| 75% of workers | $64.32 | $133,786 |
| 90% of workers | $131.78 | $274,102 |
Actors pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $135,762 | 570 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for actors
- Typical education to start: Some college, no degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $79,950 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,870 |
| Writers and Authors | $74,710 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $48,210 |
| Athletes and Sports Competitors | $77,530 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | $46,883 |
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