Bakers Salary in South Carolina
In South Carolina, bakers earn $34,590 at the median — $16.63 an hour. The range runs from $23K at the entry level to $46K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across South Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $35K get you in South Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, South Carolina
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $23K. Mid-career wages sit at $35K. Top earners bring in $46K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in South Carolina
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $38K | +11% | 650 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $38K | +10% | 110 |
| Columbia | $35K | +0% | 470 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $32K | -9% | 790 |
| Spartanburg | $31K | -10% | 190 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $31K | -11% | 220 |
| Florence | $28K | -18% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in South Carolina?
The median is $34,590 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,380, and experienced bakers can clear $46,260. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $35K enough to live in South Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,437/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,263/month, which eats 51.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in South Carolina?
South Carolina has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $37,126 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.