Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links marked with (Ad). If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Learn more
Proofreaders and Copy Markers Salary in Georgia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in Georgia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,200
Median Annual Salary
▲
+17.8% vs 2024
$47,730
Mean Salary
$49,200
Median Salary
$23.65
Hourly Rate
Proofreaders and Copy Markers salary by percentile in Georgia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia earn a median salary of $49,200 per year ($4,100/month).
This is 0.9% above the national average of $48,782.
Georgia ranks #13 out of 26 states for Proofreaders and Copy Markers pay.
Salaries increased by 17.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Proofreaders and Copy Markers
Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers whose primary duty is editing copy. Includes proofreaders of braille.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.25
Writing
3.62
Speaking
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.95
Communications and Media
3.36
Computers and Electronics
3.03
Administrative
2.56
Administration and Management
2.41
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(47.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia
Salaries for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia range from $34,980 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,910 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $37,910 and $54,990.
Median $49,200
P10: $34,980P25: $37,910P75: $54,990P90: $58,910
10th
$34,980
25th
$37,910
Median
$49,200
75th
$54,990
90th
$58,910
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,980
$16.82
$2,915
25th Percentile
$37,910
$18.23
$3,159
Median (50th)
$49,200
$23.65
$4,100
75th Percentile
$54,990
$26.44
$4,582
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,910
$28.32
$4,909
Note: The mean (average) salary of $47,730 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in Georgia?
The median annual salary for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia is $49,200 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $47,730.
What is the salary range for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia?
Salaries for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia range from $34,980 at the 10th percentile to $58,910 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $37,910 and $54,990.
What is the starting salary for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia?
Entry-level Proofreaders and Copy Markers positions in Georgia typically start around $34,980 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $37,910 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Georgia is approximately $23.65 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant ads.
You can choose which categories to allow. For details, see our
Privacy Policy and
Cookie List.