Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: Columbia, SC
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$42.82/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Columbia, SC is $42.82 per hour. This is 41% higher than the South Carolina average of $25.45.
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in Columbia, SC compared to State and National Averages
$42.82/hour
Columbia, SC
8% higher than the US average.
$25.45/hour
South Carolina
56% lower than the US average.
$39.59/hour
United States
How Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
How Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
Aiken, South Carolina
$33/hour
This is 28% lower than the Columbia average of $42.82.
Fort Mill, South Carolina
$26/hour
This is 66% lower than the Columbia average of $42.82.
Matthews, North Carolina
$32/hour
This is 35% lower than the Columbia average of $42.82.
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington, South Carolina | $45 | $46 |
| Columbia, South Carolina | $43 | $46 |
| Aiken, South Carolina | $33 | $45 |
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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