Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Stepdown Nurse Salary
$40.09/hour
The average salary for a Stepdown Nurse in South Carolina is $40.09 per hour. This is 26% lower than the US average of $50.54.
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Stepdown Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$40.09/hour
South Carolina
26% lower than the US average.
$50.54/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Stepdown Nurses?
Charleston, South Carolina pays Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Mount Pleasant, South Carolina ($44) and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina ($43). Charleston, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 10% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, South Carolina | $44 | $47 |
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Myrtle Beach, South Carolina | $43 | $46 |
| Summerville, South Carolina | $42 | $44 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Stepdown Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($49). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Georgia pays 25% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $50 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Stepdown Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Stepdown Nurses, averaging $41 per hour. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on November 6, 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) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- North Charleston, SC
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
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