Emergency Department Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary
$35.48/hour
The average salary for an Emergency Department Nurse in South Carolina is $35.48 per hour. This is 42% lower than the US average of $50.44.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Emergency Department Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$35.48/hour
South Carolina
42% lower than the US average.
$50.44/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Emergency Department Nurses?
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Charleston, South Carolina ($43) and Beaufort, South Carolina ($39). Charleston, South Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Emergency Department Nurses is $35 per hour — Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays 23% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Charleston, South Carolina | $43 | $47 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
| Florence, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Emergency Department Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Georgia ($47) and North Carolina ($44). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Emergency Department Nurses is $35 per hour — Virginia pays 55% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $55 | $59 |
| Georgia | $47 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $44 | $58 |
| Florida | $40 | $53 |
| Tennessee | $39 | $42 |
| Ohio | $29 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Emergency Department Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Tenet South Carolina pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $35 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($35). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Emergency Department Nurses is $35 per hour — Tenet South Carolina pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet South Carolina | $35 | $35 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $35 | $42 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- HCA Healthcare Long Point Emergency Room
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- HCA Healthcare James Island ER
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Charleston, SC
$41-44/hour
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