Wage Rates

Cost Effective Workforce

Douglas-Coffee County is attractive to investors considering expansion.

Labor costs are moderate compared to other areas in Georgia and the country, which can help companies meet their bottom lines. In Coffee County, it is possible to lower business costs while offering competitive wages for qualified workers.

Coffee County Georgia U.S.
Avg. Hourly Wage $19.39 $23.30 $36.53
Avg. Weekly Wage $775.00 $932.00 $1,461.20

Esri 2025

Average Weekly Wage of Coffee County Major Employment Sectors

Major Employment Sectors Avg. Weekly Wage
Construction $938
Manufacturing $1,069
Utilities $1,097
Wholesale Trade $1,043
Retail Trade $691
Finance/Insurance $1,617
Scientific & Technical Services $1,289
Admin., Support, Remediation $944
Healthcare & Social Assistance $1,185
Government (All) $832
All Sectors $950

Source: Georgia Department of Labor, 2025 Q2

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