Salaries in Columbus, GA-AL metro area
Typical pay for 331 jobs in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area. The median for all workers is $43,540 a year ($20.93 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$43,540
Median hourly
$20.93
Workers
116,380
vs U.S. median
-15%
Highest paying jobs in Columbus, GA-AL
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetist | $229,990 | n/a |
| Dentists, General | $196,310 | 60 |
| Physicians, All Other | $191,360 | 320 |
| Pediatricians, General | $181,990 | 50 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $179,420 | 90 |
| Chief Executive | $169,630 | 70 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $166,750 | 300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $162,450 | 90 |
| Marketing Manager | $145,120 | 110 |
| Financial Manager | $141,460 | 340 |
| Sales Manager | $136,340 | 270 |
| Pharmacist | $132,790 | 300 |
| Purchasing Manager | $132,510 | 70 |
| Human Resources Manager | $130,870 | 140 |
| Industrial Production Manager | $128,520 | 150 |
Most common jobs in Columbus, GA-AL
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,060 | $23,300 |
| Retail Salesperson | 3,580 | $28,180 |
| Cashier | 2,900 | $26,980 |
| Registered Nurse | 2,790 | $82,500 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 2,490 | $36,910 |
| Customer Service Representative | 2,150 | $37,330 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,150 | $31,690 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,140 | $82,330 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,080 | $20,800 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,720 | $37,340 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,660 | $28,810 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,450 | $30,320 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | 1,440 | $36,180 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | 1,430 | $42,970 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 1,400 | $77,540 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Georgia, salaries in Alabama.
All 331 jobs by category
Management Occupations (24)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (21)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (14)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (9)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (5)Community and Social Service Occupations (11)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (18)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (6)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (35)Healthcare Support Occupations (11)Protective Service Occupations (11)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (14)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (15)Sales and Related Occupations (14)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (37)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (1)Construction and Extraction Occupations (14)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (22)Production Occupations (23)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (16)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $73,640 | $35.41 | 840 |
| Budget Analyst | $85,990 | $41.34 | 90 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $77,540 | $37.28 | 1,400 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $65,940 | $31.70 | 330 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $63,400 | $30.48 | 370 |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | $52,250 | $25.12 | 140 |
| Compliance Officer | $70,200 | $33.75 | 380 |
| Cost Estimator | $62,100 | $29.86 | 120 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $86,930 | $41.80 | 150 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $74,220 | $35.69 | 90 |
| Fundraiser | $66,830 | $32.13 | 40 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $65,550 | $31.52 | 700 |
| Loan Officer | $50,010 | $24.05 | 170 |
| Logistician | $80,790 | $38.84 | 190 |
| Management Analyst | $83,390 | $40.09 | 660 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $68,080 | $32.73 | 470 |
| Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners | $44,930 | $21.60 | 100 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $102,820 | $49.44 | 150 |
| Project Management Specialist | $98,470 | $47.34 | 400 |
| Property Appraisers and Assessors | $46,190 | $22.21 | 60 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $58,310 | $28.03 | 330 |
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architect | $126,380 | $60.76 | 100 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $69,290 | $33.31 | 80 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $101,630 | $48.86 | 450 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,410 | $49.72 | 270 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $51,730 | $24.87 | 410 |
| Data Scientist | $78,620 | $37.80 | 140 |
| Database Administrator | $119,740 | $57.57 | 40 |
| Database Architect | $118,880 | $57.15 | 30 |
| Information Security Analyst | $102,240 | $49.15 | 120 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $85,690 | $41.20 | 190 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $74,210 | $35.68 | 80 |
| Software Developer | $116,150 | $55.84 | 1,050 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $102,890 | $49.47 | 130 |
| Web Developer | $79,420 | $38.18 | 40 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $95,140 | $45.74 | 50 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $56,430 | $27.13 | 60 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $45,270 | $21.76 | 40 |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $37.31 | 170 |
| Electrical Engineer | $98,530 | $47.37 | 60 |
| Engineers, All Other | $118,770 | $57.10 | 50 |
| Industrial Engineer | $98,970 | $47.58 | 250 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $91,430 | $43.96 | 80 |
| Surveyor | $60,970 | $29.31 | 40 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $97,270 | $46.77 | 60 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $92,170 | $44.31 | 40 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $88,610 | $42.60 | 80 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $118,710 | $57.07 | 30 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $91,210 | $43.85 | 70 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $47,080 | $22.64 | 230 |
| Clergy | $57,210 | $27.51 | 40 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $47,800 | $22.98 | 100 |
| Counselors, All Other | $65,540 | $31.51 | 40 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $59,120 | $28.42 | 280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $56,070 | $26.96 | 30 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $59,650 | $28.68 | 220 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $55,080 | $26.48 | 90 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $35,530 | $17.08 | 240 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $96,820 | $46.55 | 70 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $55,910 | $26.88 | 310 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $50.06 | 290 |
| Legal Support Workers, All Other | $55,450 | $26.66 | 40 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $52,280 | $25.13 | 220 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coaches and Scouts | $36,110 | — | 90 |
| Graphic Designer | $48,750 | $23.44 | 110 |
| Interior Designer | $47,780 | $22.97 | 40 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $35,490 | $17.06 | 220 |
| Producers and Directors | $60,790 | $29.23 | 70 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,380 | $29.51 | 120 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $42,050 | $20.22 | 260 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $55,430 | $26.65 | 180 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $28,810 | $13.85 | 1,660 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,050 | $17.33 | 900 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $38,350 | $18.44 | 60 |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,970 | $16.81 | 1,130 |
| Orderly | $31,200 | $15.00 | 70 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $29,300 | $14.09 | 40 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,200 | $19.33 | 160 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,410 | $30.01 | 100 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $31,000 | $14.91 | 110 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailiff | $32,810 | $15.77 | 40 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $50,080 | $24.08 | 170 |
| Firefighter | $48,770 | $23.45 | 530 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $68,350 | $32.86 | 100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $62,510 | $30.05 | 250 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $50,630 | $24.34 | 60 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $25,540 | $12.28 | 90 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $49,990 | $24.03 | 1,010 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $36,750 | $17.67 | 50 |
| School Bus Monitor | $27,560 | $13.25 | n/a |
| Security Guard | $29,720 | $14.29 | 1,150 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $20,940 | $10.07 | 380 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $62,920 | $30.25 | 90 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $26,560 | $12.77 | 790 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $31,940 | $15.36 | 350 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $30,470 | $14.65 | 1,130 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $25,740 | $12.38 | 360 |
| Dishwasher | $28,490 | $13.70 | 290 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $23,300 | $11.20 | 4,060 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $36,180 | $17.39 | 1,440 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $26,370 | $12.68 | 90 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $29,030 | $13.96 | 830 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $28,360 | $13.64 | 170 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $24,890 | $11.96 | 360 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $20,800 | $10.00 | 2,080 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $42,480 | $20.43 | 190 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $45,570 | $21.91 | 110 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $30,320 | $14.58 | 1,450 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $34,310 | $16.50 | 450 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $26,740 | $12.86 | 710 |
| Pest Control Worker | $33,770 | $16.24 | 170 |
| Tree Trimmers and Pruners | $34,410 | $16.54 | 50 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $24,140 | $11.61 | 170 |
| Animal Caretaker | $27,390 | $13.17 | 200 |
| Childcare Worker | $26,150 | $12.57 | 510 |
| Concierge | $27,820 | $13.37 | 30 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $36,990 | $17.79 | 170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $42,570 | $20.47 | 80 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $38,580 | $18.55 | 70 |
| Funeral Attendant | $29,620 | $14.24 | 40 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $29,790 | $14.32 | 210 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $30,920 | $14.87 | 40 |
| Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers | $46,210 | $22.22 | 30 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $23,580 | $11.34 | n/a |
| Recreation Worker | $27,930 | $13.43 | 260 |
| Residential Advisor | $38,010 | $18.28 | 120 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $25,090 | $12.06 | 80 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Sales Agent | $48,260 | $23.20 | 40 |
| Cashier | $26,980 | $12.97 | 2,900 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $35,180 | $16.91 | 290 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $69,620 | $33.47 | 170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $37,440 | $18.00 | 1,160 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $65,680 | $31.58 | 630 |
| Parts Salesperson | $34,370 | $16.52 | 220 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $38,640 | $18.58 | 230 |
| Retail Salesperson | $28,180 | $13.55 | 3,580 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $37,720 | $18.14 | n/a |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $60,560 | $29.12 | 660 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $63,180 | $30.37 | 570 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $90,540 | $43.53 | 40 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $51,140 | $24.59 | 320 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logging Equipment Operator | $46,760 | $22.48 | 70 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $45,070 | $21.67 | 140 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $42,020 | $20.20 | 60 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $60,520 | $29.10 | 90 |
| Construction Laborer | $35,890 | $17.26 | 710 |
| Electrician | $50,730 | $24.39 | 480 |
| Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining | $44,720 | $21.50 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $65,200 | $31.34 | 580 |
| Glazier | $47,700 | $22.93 | 40 |
| Helpers--Electricians | $32,990 | $15.86 | 140 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $46,430 | $22.32 | 490 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $40,100 | $19.28 | 90 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $47,410 | $22.79 | 200 |
| Roofer | $43,290 | $20.81 | 80 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $44,700 | $21.49 | 40 |
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $29,170 | $14.02 | 90 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $44,950 | $21.61 | 510 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $47,570 | $22.87 | 80 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $29,000 | $13.94 | 290 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $39,050 | $18.77 | 400 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $59,090 | $28.41 | 430 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $47,570 | $22.87 | 1,180 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $37,450 | $18.01 | 480 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $36,910 | $17.75 | 2,490 |
| Light Truck Driver | $36,330 | $17.47 | 590 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $39,450 | $18.97 | 60 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $27,320 | $13.13 | 340 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $37,090 | $17.83 | 50 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $42,890 | $20.62 | 230 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $31,690 | $15.23 | 2,150 |
| Transportation Workers, All Other | $47,180 | $22.68 | 40 |