Top Paying Jobs in South Carolina
South Carolina has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 231,730 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include General Internal Medicine Physicians ($359,500), Neurologists ($352,680), Emergency Medicine Physicians ($341,960). The cost of living index is 93.17 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,263/month.
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
Highest paying careers in South Carolina
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $102K | $48.85/hr |
| 82 | Chemical Engineers | Engineering | $102K | $48.83/hr |
| 83 | Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | Engineering | $102K | $48.82/hr |
| 84 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $101K | $48.72/hr |
| 85 | Occupational Therapists | Healthcare | $101K | $48.62/hr |
| 86 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $101K | $48.59/hr |
| 87 | Radiation Therapists | Healthcare | $101K | $48.46/hr |
| 88 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $101K | $48.4/hr |
| 89 | Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $100K | N/A |
| 90 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $100K | $47.95/hr |
Affordability snapshot: South Carolina
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Metro areas in South Carolina
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