Athletes and Sports Competitors Salary in Georgia
Athletes and Sports Competitors in Georgia earn a median of $77,530 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,530
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($66,710)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range in Georgia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,920; the top 10% earn over $766,920. Nationally the range is $26,500 to $742,310.
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Athletes and Sports Competitors pay in Georgia
How much do athletes and sports competitors make in Georgia?
The median is $77,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,920 and the top 10% earn over $766,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Georgia a good state for athletes and sports competitors?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 18 (+16% vs. the national median of $66,710). Living costs are not included.