Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Charleston, SC
Average Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse Salary
$44.74/hour
The average salary for a Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Charleston, SC is $44.74 per hour. This is 15% higher than the South Carolina average of $38.21.
Last updated on August 16, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse salaries in Charleston, SC compared to State and National Averages
$44.74/hour
Charleston, SC
8% lower than the US average.
$38.21/hour
South Carolina
26% lower than the US average.
$48.32/hour
United States
How Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse Salaries in Charleston Compare to Other Cities
How Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse Salaries in Charleston Compare to Other Cities
Savannah, Georgia
$43/hour
This is 5% lower than the Charleston average of $44.74.
Augusta, Georgia
$49/hour
This is 9% higher than the Charleston average of $44.74.
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
$33/hour
This is 36% lower than the Charleston average of $44.74.
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, South Carolina | $45 | $47 |
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on August 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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