salary$75,900 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$133,440per year
Jobs in the area570people work this job
Can a accountant afford Athens?
OK. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 22.5% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Athens, GA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $75,900 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $47,600 and $133,440.
Can a accountant afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 22.5% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.