Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$27.28/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in South Carolina is $27.28 per hour. This is 37% lower than the US average of $37.48.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$27.28/hour

South Carolina

37% lower than the US average.

$37.48/hour

United States

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

Only Florida reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $32 per hour. Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Respiratory Therapists is $27 per hour — Florida pays 18% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Florida	$32	$38

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

Only Tenet South Carolina reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $16 per hour. Tenet South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Respiratory Therapists is $27 per hour — Tenet South Carolina pays 40% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet South Carolina	$16	$38

Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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