Surgical Assistants pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for surgical assistants is $23.81 an hour ($49,520 a year). About 840 people work in this job there.
That is 26% lower than the U.S. median ($66,800). Georgia ranks 40th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical assistants in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.18 | $37,820 |
| 25% of workers | $21.03 | $43,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.81 | $49,520 |
| 75% of workers | $31.47 | $65,450 |
| 90% of workers | $52.66 | $109,530 |
Surgical Assistants pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $60,720 | 370 |
| Gainesville | $48,540 | 60 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $45,910 | 30 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $45,390 | 40 |
| Savannah | $38,320 | 60 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,600 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,030 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $45,550 |
| Physician Assistants | $115,390 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $83,700 |
| Surgical Technologists | $64,010 |
| Paramedics | $57,660 |
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