salary$74,870 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,010per year
Top pay (top 10%)$126,990per year
Jobs in the area640people work this job
Can a accountant afford Macon?
OK. Rent of $1,276 a month takes 20.5% 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 Macon, GA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area is $74,870 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $48,010 and $126,990.
Can a accountant afford to live in Macon?
Typical rent of $1,276 a month takes 20.5% 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 Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.