Retail General Manager Salary in Georgia

How much does a Retail General Manager make in Georgia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail General Manager in Georgia is $162,598 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, a Retail General Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,886
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,392 to $177,405
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,084
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View as table View as graph 25% $141,392 10% $122,084 90% $190,886 75% $177,405 $162,598 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Retail General Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $177,405 $14,784 $3,412 $85
Average $162,598 $13,550 $3,127 $78
25th Percentile $141,392 $11,783 $2,719 $68
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Key Factors That Influence Retail General Manager Salaries

A Retail General Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Retail General Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Retail General Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $94,725
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,435
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,308
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $167,016
  • Expert (over 8 years): $218,001
Levels Salary
Retail St... Level Retail General Manager$94,725
Retail St... Level Retail General Manager$40,435
Retail St... Level Retail General Manager$103,308
Retail Ge... Level Retail General Manager$167,016
Retail St... Level Retail General Manager$218,001
$94,725 0 yr
$40,435 < 2 yrs
$103,308 2-4 yrs
$167,016 5-8 yrs
$218,001 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Retail General Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Attapulgus: $150,776
  • Kennesaw: $162,598
  • Kingston: $155,049

Retail General Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retail General Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Retail General Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Retail General Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Retail General Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$178,858$86.010%
Media$170,728$82.05%

Retail General Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail General Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Fayetteville, GA

    Victra - Verizon Authorized Retailer | Fayetteville, GA

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    Atlanta, GA

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    Atlanta, GA

    MRINetwork Jobs | Atlanta, GA

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    9 Days Ago

  • Bonner Built

    Roswell, GA

    Bonner Built | Roswell, GA

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    7 Days Ago

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    Moultrie, GA

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    Jefferson, GA

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