Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary

$49.73/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Care Practitioner in South Carolina is $49.73 per hour. This is 14% higher than the US average of $42.73.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Respiratory Care Practitioner salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$49.73/hour

South Carolina

14% higher than the US average.

$42.73/hour

United States

What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Respiratory Care Practitioners?

Charleston, South Carolina pays Respiratory Care Practitioners the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Summerville, South Carolina ($29). Summerville, South Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 20% less.

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Charleston, South Carolina	$40	$45
Summerville, South Carolina	$29	$100

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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