Paramedics pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for paramedics is $27.72 an hour ($57,660 a year). About 3,250 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Georgia ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.52 | $40,600 |
| 25% of workers | $22.80 | $47,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.72 | $57,660 |
| 75% of workers | $30.84 | $64,140 |
| 90% of workers | $39.89 | $82,980 |
Paramedics pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $61,940 | 1,490 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $61,830 | 170 |
| Savannah | $53,420 | 110 |
| Warner Robins | $52,070 | 60 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $51,930 | 70 |
| Gainesville | $51,790 | 110 |
| Albany | $50,930 | 90 |
| Columbus | $49,610 | 120 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $47,570 | 60 |
| Hinesville | $46,220 | 50 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,600 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,030 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $45,550 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $83,700 |
| Anesthesiologists | $230,000 |
| Surgical Assistants | $49,520 |
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