SOC 25-9099 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other — South Georgia
South Georgia nonmetropolitan area · 9 metro areas compared
At $19,150, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other, 62.4% beneath the national figure of $50,890.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $19,150, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other, 62.4% beneath the national figure of $50,890. Pay ranges from under $17,510 at the tenth percentile to more than $38,570 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $17,510 to $33,500.
Employment stands at 220, or 1.1 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Valdosta records the highest median at $41,870. Of the 414 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 413th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $17,510 | −65.6% |
| 25th | $17,510 | −65.6% |
| Median (50th) | $19,150 | −62.4% |
| 75th | $33,500 | −34.2% |
| 90th | $38,570 | −24.2% |
| Mean | $26,150 | −48.6% |
Other metro areas in Georgia
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valdosta | $41,870 | 100 | |
| 2 | Columbus | $35,040 | 290 | |
| 3 | Gainesville | $33,780 | 130 | |
| 4 | Warner Robins | $33,700 | 130 | |
| 5 | Augusta | $30,540 | 900 | |
| 6 | Savannah | $27,720 | 120 | |
| 7 | Atlanta | $25,000 | 3,340 | |
| 8 | Albany | $21,180 | 90 | |
| 9 | Macon | $19,060 | 250 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in South Georgia run 3.7% below the national average, so the median of $19,150 goes as far as $19,886 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 60.9% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$19,150as reported by BLSLocal price level
96.3US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$19,886US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $19,150 a year, 62.4% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $17,510 to $38,570 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 220 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Valdosta, at $41,870.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other in South Georgia, GA?
The median annual wage is $19,150, or $9.21 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $50,890, so pay in South Georgia, GA is 62.4% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in South Georgia, GA earns more than $38,570 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $17,510 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Valdosta, at $41,870 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 220 jobs in this occupation in South Georgia, GA. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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