Average Chief Nursing Officer Salary

$39.80/hour

The average salary for a Chief Nursing Officer in South Carolina is $39.80 per hour. This is 32% lower than the US average of $52.69.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Chief Nursing Officer salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$39.80/hour

South Carolina

32% lower than the US average.

$52.69/hour

United States

What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Chief Nursing Officers?

Only Lexington, South Carolina reports pay data for Chief Nursing Officers, averaging $42 per hour. Lexington, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Lexington, South Carolina pays 6% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Lexington, South Carolina$42$46

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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