How much does an economics teacher make in South Carolina?
$109,100a year
Median yearly pay for economics teachers in South Carolina. That is $52.43 an hour or $9,088 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.43
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,860Median: $109,100Highest 10%: $162,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,860 | $34.07 | |
| 25th | $83,860 | $40.32 | |
| Median | $109,100 | $52.43 | |
| 75th | $135,700 | $65.25 | |
| 90th | $162,800 | $78.27 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, SC | $109,100 |
| Charlotte, NC | $96,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economics teachers.
| 22. North Carolina | $114,200 |
| 23. New Mexico | $110,000 |
| 24. New Jersey | $109,900 |
| 25. South Carolina | $109,100 |
| 26. Minnesota | $108,500 |
| 27. Oklahoma | $107,300 |
| 28. Kentucky | $106,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economics teacher make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $52.43 ($109,100 a year).
Do economics teachers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $109,100 against $123,900 nationally, 12% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for economics teacher pay?
South Carolina ranks 25 of 42 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays economics teachers the most?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC, with a median of $109,100 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.