Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$38.64/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in South Carolina is $38.64 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $51.60.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$38.64/hour
South Carolina
34% lower than the US average.
$51.60/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Charleston, South Carolina pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Myrtle Beach, South Carolina ($44) and Summerville, South Carolina ($42). Charleston, South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $39 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 15% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, South Carolina | $44 | $47 |
| Myrtle Beach, South Carolina | $44 | $46 |
| Summerville, South Carolina | $42 | $44 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
| Florence, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($55) and Georgia ($49). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $39 per hour — Virginia pays 44% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $59 |
| North Carolina | $55 | $58 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Florida | $39 | $51 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Tenet South Carolina ($35). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $44 |
| Tenet South Carolina | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse Career Guide
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- North Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Grand Strand Regional Medical Center
- Myrtle Beach, SC
$39-46/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital
- Summerville, SC
$41-44/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Grand Strand Regional Medical Center
- Myrtle Beach, SC
$40-44/hour
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