How much does a Special Needs Assistant make in Atlanta, GA?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Needs Assistant in Atlanta, GA is $30,680. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $28,567 to $32,437, with most professionals earning between $26,644 and $34,037.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Special Needs Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $26,644 Atlanta,GA May 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $28,567 Atlanta,GA May 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $30,680 Atlanta,GA May 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $32,437 Atlanta,GA May 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $34,037 Atlanta,GA May 01, 2025
25% $28,567 10% $26,644 90% $34,037 75% $32,437 $30,680 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Needs Assistant in Atlanta, GA. The base salary for Special Needs Assistant ranges from $28,567 to $32,437 with the average base salary of $30,680. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,141 to $42,594 with the average total cash compensation of $39,046.

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