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Chemists average salary by city in Georgia
- Athens$111,760
- Atlanta$102,070
- Savannah$99,310
- Gainesville$98,100
- Augusta$83,480
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | $111,760 | $117,990 | $82,990 | $82,625 | 93 |
| Atlanta | $102,070 | $97,930 | $70,580 | $76,291 | 100 |
| Savannah | $99,310 | $103,380 | $76,400 | $74,488 | 95 |
| Gainesville | $98,100 | $92,500 | $80,420 | $73,697 | 97 |
| Augusta | $83,480 | $72,340 | $59,670 | $64,141 | 92 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2031.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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