Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Georgia
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$52.95/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Georgia is $52.95 per hour. This is 10% higher than the US average of $47.58.
Last updated on January 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages
$52.95/hour
Georgia
10% higher than the US average.
$47.58/hour
United States
What cities in Georgia pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Only Smyrna, Georgia reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $35 per hour. Smyrna, Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Georgia average for Acute Care Nurses is $53 per hour — Smyrna, Georgia pays 33% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Georgia | $35 | $48 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Georgia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($40). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Georgia average for Acute Care Nurses is $53 per hour — North Carolina pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $49 | $58 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Georgia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Georgia average for Acute Care Nurses is $53 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 24% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $40 | $46 |
Last updated on January 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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