Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$1,490/week

The average salary for a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in South Carolina is $1,490 per week. This is 43% lower than the US average of $2,133.

Last updated on November 4, 2026. Based on 2 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Travel Psychiatric Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$1,490/week

South Carolina

43% lower than the US average.

$2,133/week

United States

Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
How does the pay for Travel Psychiatric Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?

Kentucky pays Travel Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $2,193 per week, followed by West Virginia ($2,146) and Florida ($2,105). Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,654. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Travel Psychiatric Nurses is $1,490 per week — Kentucky pays 47% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Kentucky$2,193$2,654
West Virginia$2,146$2,252
Florida$2,105$2,105
Georgia$2,057$2,229
Maryland$2,032$2,432
Virginia$1,915$2,236
Ohio$1,882$2,408
North Carolina$1,865$2,555
Alabama$1,786$1,953
Tennessee$1,733$1,824

Last updated on November 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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