Healthcare Georgia (GA) Rank #27 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in Georgia

The median registered nurse salary in Georgia is $75,535 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$75,535

vs National

$-5,685

State Rank

#27 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Registered Nurse Salary in Georgia by Experience

In Georgia, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,950 per year. The cost of living index in Georgia is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,940

$-4,060 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,260

$-5,740 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$106,950

$-8,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Georgia

Percentile	GA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,382	$57,400	$-4,018
25th Percentile	$62,124	$66,800	$-4,676
Median (50th)	$75,535	$81,220	$-5,685
75th Percentile	$94,023	$101,100	$-7,077
90th Percentile	$112,344	$120,800	$-8,456

Registered Nurse Salary by City in Georgia

The largest employment areas for registered nurses in Georgia include Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Columbus. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Atlanta, GA

$82,844

Pop. 498,715 · COL 102%

Augusta, GA

$71,474

Pop. 202,081 · COL 88%

Savannah, GA

$74,722

Pop. 147,780 · COL 92%

Columbus, GA

$69,849

Pop. 206,922 · COL 86%

Athens, GA

$73,098

Pop. 127,064 · COL 90%

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Georgia

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Georgia has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook in Georgia

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Georgia's demand may vary based on local industry trends.