Registered Nurse Salary in Georgia

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Georgia.

Generated from 13 active jobs and 3 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$126,968

Hourly average

$61.04/hr

Low

$97,551

High

$141,676

Vs national

+29%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Georgia

3 pay samples
Low $97,551
Median $141,676
Mean $126,968
High $141,676
Low sample$97,551
Median$141,676
Mean$126,968
High sample$141,676

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$126,968
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$129,559

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$126,968
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$129,559
Estimated rent share10 cents of each gross-pay dollar

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Does Georgia pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$126,968 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$104,114

$91,417$114,271

Mid Level

3-5 years

$126,968

$114,271$139,665

Experienced

6-10 years

$143,474

$129,507$157,440

Senior

10+ years

$165,058

$147,283$184,104

What Affects RN Pay in Georgia?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Georgia

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Georgia is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Georgia?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Georgia is based on 3 listed-pay job samples across 13 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Georgia?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 13 active registered nurse openings in Georgia.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T04:09:13.763Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.