Epidemiologists Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $69,780 -16.9% vs national
Median hourly $33.55
10th percentile $48,530
90th percentile $112,830
Employed locally 440
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,530
    25th
    $52,000
    50th (median)
    $69,780
    75th
    $95,880
    90th
    $112,830

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 81% Median Epidemiologists salary is 19% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Epidemiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $139,670
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,390
    New Jersey $110,240
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $106,660
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670

    Nearby metros — Epidemiologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670
    Michigan $81,680
    Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC $64,420

    Related occupations in Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $81,030
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,980
    Biological Scientists, All Other $91,890
    Social Science Research Assistants $63,790
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $82,010
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $58,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Epidemiologists make per hour in Atlanta?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Atlanta, GA is $33.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.44 or more per hour.

    Is Atlanta above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Atlanta, GA is 16.9% below the national median of $83,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Epidemiologists in Atlanta?

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $48,530 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,000.