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Epidemiologists salary in Atlanta, Georgia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Atlanta metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$69,780
Mean annual$75,360
Range (10th to 90th)$48,530 to $112,830
Atlanta, Georgia employment440
State vs national-18.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Atlanta epidemiologists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$48,53025TH$52,000MEDIAN$69,78075TH$95,88090TH$112,830

The middle 50% of workers earn between $52,000 and $95,880, with a median of $69,780.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Master's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.3 / 5

  • Judgment and Decision Making

    Technical

    4.3 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.3 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Communicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public.

  2. 02

    Oversee public health programs, including statistical analysis, health care planning, surveillance systems, and public health improvement.

  3. 03

    Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.

  4. 04

    Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.

  5. 05

    Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.

  6. 06

    Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

  7. 07

    Provide expertise in the design, management and evaluation of study protocols and health status questionnaires, sample selection, and analysis.

  8. 08

    Write articles for publication in professional journals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Epidemiologists in Atlanta, Georgia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Epidemiologists in the Atlanta metropolitan area is $69,780.
Does Atlanta pay more than the Georgia state average for Epidemiologists?
The Atlanta metro median is +2.4% versus the Georgia state median of $68,160.
How does Atlanta compare to the national median for Epidemiologists?
The Atlanta metro median is -18.0% versus the BLS national figure of $85,080.
What is the salary range for Epidemiologists in Atlanta?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $48,530 and the 90th-percentile at $112,830 for the Atlanta metro area.
What education is required for Epidemiologists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Atlanta CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.