How much does a career/technical education teacher make in South Carolina?
$79,610a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in South Carolina. That is $38.27 an hour or $6,634 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.27
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,860Median: $79,610Highest 10%: $103,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,860 | $18.20 | |
| 25th | $57,740 | $27.76 | |
| Median | $79,610 | $38.27 | |
| 75th | $92,310 | $44.38 | |
| 90th | $103,700 | $49.84 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $106,400 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $83,440 |
| Greenville, SC | $82,490 |
| Columbia, SC | $79,860 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $79,610 |
| Augusta, GA | $64,620 |
| Charleston, SC | $64,430 |
| Charlotte, NC | $60,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 1. Wisconsin | $82,620 |
| 2. South Carolina | $79,610 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $78,780 |
| 4. Washington | $77,530 |
| 5. Alaska | $77,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $38.27 ($79,610 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $79,610 against $63,820 nationally, 25% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
South Carolina ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays career/technical education teachers the most?
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC, with a median of $106,400 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.