What apprenticeships are available for cnc machinists in Georgia?

In Georgia, apprenticeships are typically registered through state apprenticeship agencies and trade union locals. See the apprenticeship section above for current contact information.

How to Become a CNC Machinist in Georgia (2026)

Q: How much do cnc machinists earn in Georgia?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), cnc machinists in Georgia earned a median annual wage of approximately $52,610. Employment concentration in Georgia is roughly 0.68 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for cnc machinists in Georgia?

Georgia currently employs approximately 6,090 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 0.0% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Georgia machinists earn a median annual wage of $52,610 ($25.29/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 6,090 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -10.5% below the national median of $58,750 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $52,610 ($25.29/hr)
25th percentile: $43,480 per year
75th percentile: $64,180 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $77,420 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $37,060 per year
Workers employed in Georgia: 6,090
Versus national median: -10.5% below the U.S. median of $58,750
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.68 - this occupation is less concentrated in Georgia than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Georgia employs about 6,090 cnc machinists earning a median $52,610 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Most cnc machinists train through a trade school program or a registered apprenticeship before entering the field in Georgia.

Compare CNC Machinist Schools in Georgia

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Athens Technical College	54.3	Contact school for pricing	$47,299	Not reported	Yes*	81 mi
2	Southern Crescent Technical College	54.3	Contact school for pricing	$47,009	55%	Yes*	31 mi
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3	South Georgia Technical College	54.3	Contact school for pricing	$40,852	Not reported	Yes*	61 mi
4	Chattahoochee Technical College	52.1	Contact school for pricing	$45,209	Not reported	Yes*	78 mi
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5	Lanier Technical College	51.3	Contact school for pricing	$44,754	35%	Yes*	98 mi
6	West Georgia Technical College	51.0	Contact school for pricing	$43,835	33%	Yes*	90 mi
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7	Columbus Technical College	47.2	Contact school for pricing	$43,818	24%	Yes*	65 mi
8	Oconee Fall Line Technical College	46.8	$3,380 - $24,902	$37,265	54%	Yes*	64 mi
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9	Central Georgia Technical College	46.5	Contact school for pricing	$42,979	44%	Yes*	30 mi
10	Southeastern Technical College	45.7	Contact school for pricing	$44,621	36%	Yes*	104 mi
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Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Georgia employs approximately 6,090 cnc machinists according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $52,610 ¹. Nationally, cnc machinist employment is projected to grow 0.0% from 2024 to 2034, with about 29,500 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a CNC Machinist in Georgia, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Georgia): $52,610 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a CNC Machinist in Georgia

How to become a CNC Machinist in Georgia? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for cnc machinists in Georgia.

How long does it take? Most paths into the cnc machinist field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do cnc machinists earn in Georgia? The median annual wage for cnc machinists in Georgia is $52,610 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $37,060 and experienced professionals can earn $77,420 or more ¹.

How to Become a CNC Machinist in Georgia

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Georgia training programs and registered apprenticeships require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete a training program or apprenticeship. Enroll in an approved trade school program or a registered apprenticeship in Georgia that combines classroom instruction with supervised hands-on hours.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to cnc machinists in Georgia before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

CNC Machinist Apprenticeship Information in Georgia

Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction and typically last 3 to 5 years.

Contact Information:

Office: Chatham Apprentice Program - StepUp Savannah
Address: 428 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Phone: (912) 232-6747

CNC Machinist Wages by Metro Area in Georgia

Machinists Wages by Metro Area in Georgia

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), machinists wages in Georgia vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell	2,500	$56,270	$57,010	$37,690	$80,140
Chattanooga	730	$51,540	$54,340	$37,230	$69,870
Augusta-Richmond County	370	$67,140	$67,460	$44,070	$100,820
Savannah	330	$60,680	$60,580	$41,770	$79,380
Columbus	310	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Gainesville	210	$55,620	$55,250	$38,160	$77,020
Athens-Clarke County	120	$56,010	$55,170	$37,440	$72,330
Dalton	120	$48,240	$49,990	$34,810	$65,460
Macon-Bibb County	120	$50,250	$54,720	$38,210	$80,100
Warner Robins	110	$68,060	$59,230	$28,600	$79,860
Rome	90	$62,220	$66,340	$39,280	$106,650
Albany	60	$60,840	$61,010	$40,650	$82,510
Valdosta	50	$48,710	$50,570	$35,420	$67,650
Brunswick-St. Simons	40	$51,670	$53,410	$40,000	$67,630

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for cnc machinists in Georgia? Georgia currently employs approximately 6,090 cnc machinists ¹. Nationally, cnc machinist employment is projected to grow 0.0% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Georgia? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Georgia.

How much do cnc machinists earn in Georgia compared to the national average? The median annual wage for cnc machinists in Georgia is $52,610, which is $3,540 below the national median of $56,150 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)