How much does a chemical technician make in South Carolina?
$75,020a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in South Carolina. That is $36.07 an hour or $6,252 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.07
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,860Median: $75,020Highest 10%: $81,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,860 | $23.49 | |
| 25th | $55,410 | $26.64 | |
| Median | $75,020 | $36.07 | |
| 75th | $75,900 | $36.49 | |
| 90th | $81,820 | $39.34 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Augusta, GA | $77,220 |
| Columbia, SC | $64,740 |
| Charleston, SC | $63,050 |
| Charlotte, NC | $61,730 |
| Greenville, SC | $61,380 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $55,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 1. Louisiana | $85,850 |
| 2. Alaska | $79,380 |
| 3. Delaware | $78,620 |
| 4. South Carolina | $75,020 |
| 5. Missouri | $68,550 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $67,570 |
| 7. Arizona | $65,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $36.07 ($75,020 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $75,020 against $60,390 nationally, 24% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for chemical technician pay?
South Carolina ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays chemical technicians the most?
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC, with a median of $77,220 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.