Registered Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$27.79/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in South Carolina is $27.79 per hour. This is 43% lower than the US average of $39.71.
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$27.79/hour
South Carolina
43% lower than the US average.
$39.71/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia, South Carolina | $41 | $46 |
| Lexington, South Carolina | $41 | $46 |
| Orangeburg, South Carolina | $38 | $68 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $33 | $39 |
| Aiken, South Carolina | $33 | $45 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in South Carolina?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in South Carolina?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Utilization Review | $46 | $46 |
| Case Management | $46 | $46 |
| Acute Care | $41 | $44 |
| Rehabilitation | $41 | $44 |
| Skilled Nursing | $41 | $44 |
| Cardiac Cath Lab | $40 | $43 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $46 | $50 |
| Georgia | $44 | $53 |
| Ohio | $41 | $50 |
| Virginia | $33 | $38 |
| Florida | $32 | $35 |
| Tennessee | $31 | $33 |
| Kentucky | $31 | $40 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
| Alabama | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Interim HealthCare Inc | $36 | $36 |
| Tenet South Carolina | $27 | $29 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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