Paramedic Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Paramedic Salary

$16.67/hour

The average salary for a Paramedic in South Carolina is $16.67 per hour. This is 89% lower than the US average of $31.49.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Paramedic salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$16.67/hour

South Carolina

89% lower than the US average.

$31.49/hour

United States

How does the pay for Paramedics in South Carolina compare to nearby states?

Tennessee pays Paramedics the most, averaging $19 per hour, followed by Florida ($17) and Georgia ($17). Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $27. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Paramedics is $17 per hour — Tennessee pays 11% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tennessee	$19	$27
Florida	$17	$26
Georgia	$17	$24
Kentucky	$15	$22
Alabama	$15	$19

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Paramedic jobs in South Carolina?

Only Tenet South Carolina reports pay data for Paramedics, averaging $26 per hour. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Paramedics is $17 per hour — Tenet South Carolina pays 56% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet South Carolina	$26	$26

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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