Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$36.90/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in South Carolina is $36.90 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $42.64.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$36.90/hour
South Carolina
16% lower than the US average.
$42.64/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
Charleston, South Carolina pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Myrtle Beach, South Carolina ($44) and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina ($44). Charleston, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $37 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 20% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, South Carolina | $44 | $47 |
| Myrtle Beach, South Carolina | $44 | $46 |
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Summerville, South Carolina | $42 | $44 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
| Florence, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Virginia ($52) and Georgia ($50). Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $37 per hour — Maryland pays 53% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Virginia | $52 | $56 |
| Georgia | $50 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $48 | $58 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Ohio | $43 | $44 |
| Florida | $43 | $51 |
| Alabama | $40 | $40 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Tenet South Carolina ($31). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $37 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $46 |
| Tenet South Carolina | $31 | $35 |
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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- North Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Med Surg
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
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