Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$43.00/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in South Carolina is $43.00 per hour. This is 19% lower than the US average of $51.24.
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$43.00/hour
South Carolina
19% lower than the US average.
$51.24/hour
United States
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($52) and Georgia ($49). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Long Term Care Nurses is $43 per hour — Virginia pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $52 | $54 |
| North Carolina | $52 | $58 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Ohio | $47 | $51 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Mississippi | $41 | $42 |
| West Virginia | $40 | $41 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Long Term Care Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Long Term Care Nurses, averaging $38 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Long Term Care Nurses is $43 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $45 |
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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