Compliance Officers Salary in South Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,250 -37.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.68
10th percentile $36,220
90th percentile $86,940
Employed locally 500
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,220
    25th
    $44,590
    50th (median)
    $49,250
    75th
    $68,710
    90th
    $86,940

    Top-paying metros for Compliance Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,490
    Lexington Park, MD $105,610
    Brunswick-St. Simons, GA $104,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $104,000
    District of Columbia $103,010
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $102,500

    Related occupations in South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$64,730
    Accountants and Auditors$75,170
    Human Resources Specialists$57,900
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$50,750
    Loan Officers$63,600
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$58,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in South Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in South Georgia is $23.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.44 or more per hour.

    Is South Georgia above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in South Georgia is 37.2% below the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in South Georgia?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $36,220 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,590.