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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a LPN OR MA in Georgia is $56,136 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.
However, a LPN OR MA's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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LPN OR MA Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $62,102 | $5,175 | $1,194 | $30 |
| Average | $56,136 | $4,678 | $1,080 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $51,002 | $4,250 | $981 | $25 |
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A LPN OR MA'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a LPN OR MA'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level LPN OR MA | $54,191 |
| Intermediate Level LPN OR MA | $54,285 |
| Senior Level LPN OR MA | $55,454 |
| Specialist Level LPN OR MA | $56,769 |
| Expert Level LPN OR MA | $56,863 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract LPN OR MAs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For LPN OR MA roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, LPN OR MA positions in Biotechnology or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view LPN OR MA as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Services | $70,169 | $34.0 | 25% |
| Healthcare | $61,749 | $30.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a LPN OR MA'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $62,102 | $5,175 | $1,194 | $30 |
| Average | $56,136 | $4,678 | $1,080 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $51,002 | $4,250 | $981 | $25 |
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