Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Columbia, SC
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$42.76/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Columbia, SC is $42.76 per hour. This is 14% higher than the South Carolina average of $36.83.
Last updated on March 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Columbia, SC compared to State and National Averages
$42.76/hour
Columbia, SC
12% lower than the US average.
$36.83/hour
South Carolina
30% lower than the US average.
$47.81/hour
United States
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
Irmo, South Carolina
--/hour
Lexington, South Carolina
$42/hour
This is 2% lower than the Columbia average of $42.76.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
$30/hour
This is 42% lower than the Columbia average of $42.76.
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia, South Carolina | $43 | $46 |
| Lexington, South Carolina | $42 | $46 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $33 | $39 |
| Aiken, South Carolina | $33 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Columbia?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $42 | $42 |
Last updated on March 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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