SOC 49-1011 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers — Macon
Macon-Bibb County, GA · 10 metro areas compared
At $73,970, median pay for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Macon, GA tracks the national median of $79,860 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $73,970, median pay for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Macon, GA tracks the national median of $79,860 closely. Pay ranges from under $47,820 at the tenth percentile to more than $117,360 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $59,750 to $91,020.
Employment stands at 470, or 4.9 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Warner Robins records the highest median at $85,220. Of the 299 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 58th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,820 | −40.1% |
| 25th | $59,750 | −25.2% |
| Median (50th) | $73,970 | −7.4% |
| 75th | $91,020 | +14.0% |
| 90th | $117,360 | +47.0% |
| Mean | $78,200 | −2.1% |
Other metro areas in Georgia
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warner Robins | $85,220 | 460 | |
| 2 | Gainesville | $78,840 | 450 | |
| 3 | Atlanta | $78,310 | 12,920 | |
| 4 | Savannah | $77,960 | 1,220 | |
| 5 | Augusta | $73,220 | 1,050 | |
| 6 | Hinesville | $73,030 | 110 | |
| 7 | Brunswick | $71,850 | 230 | |
| 8 | Dalton | $70,830 | 350 | |
| 9 | Valdosta | $69,670 | 310 | |
| 10 | Columbus | $69,490 | 550 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Macon run 3.7% below the national average, so the median of $73,970 goes as far as $76,812 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 3.8% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$73,970as reported by BLSLocal price level
96.3US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$76,812US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $73,970 a year, 7.4% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $47,820 to $117,360 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 470 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Warner Robins, at $85,220.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Macon, GA?
The median annual wage is $73,970, or $35.56 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 $79,860, so pay in Macon, GA is 7.4% 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 Macon, GA earns more than $117,360 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $47,820 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 Warner Robins, at $85,220 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 470 jobs in this occupation in Macon, 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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