Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$20.29/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in South Carolina is $20.29 per hour. This is 67% lower than the US average of $33.94.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$20.29/hour
South Carolina
67% lower than the US average.
$33.94/hour
United States
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($31) and North Carolina ($22). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $20 per hour — Ohio pays 76% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $36 | $38 |
| Tennessee | $31 | $35 |
| North Carolina | $22 | $28 |
| Florida | $22 | $28 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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