Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$41.38/hour

The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in South Carolina is $41.38 per hour. This is 23% lower than the US average of $50.86.

Last updated on May 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Acute Care Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$41.38/hour

South Carolina

23% lower than the US average.

$50.86/hour

United States

What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Beaufort, South Carolina ($39). Myrtle Beach, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Acute Care Nurses is $41 per hour — Myrtle Beach, South Carolina pays 3% more.

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina	$43	$44
Beaufort, South Carolina	$39	$39

How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?

Georgia pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($49) and Florida ($43). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Acute Care Nurses is $41 per hour — Georgia pays 28% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Georgia	$53	$53
North Carolina	$49	$58
Florida	$43	$53
Tennessee	$39	$40

Last updated on May 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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