salary$82,200 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$69,310per year
Top pay (top 10%)$101,260per year
Jobs in the area2,400people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Athens?
OK. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 20.8% of the median registered nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Athens, GA?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $82,200 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $69,310 and $101,260.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 20.8% of the median registered nurse 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.