How much does a graphic designer make in South Carolina?
$57,170a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in South Carolina. That is $27.49 an hour or $4,764 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.49
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,190Median: $57,170Highest 10%: $90,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,190 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $44,740 | $21.51 | |
| Median | $57,170 | $27.49 | |
| 75th | $72,530 | $34.87 | |
| 90th | $90,000 | $43.27 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, SC | $61,450 |
| Florence, SC | $60,640 |
| Charlotte, NC | $59,810 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $58,670 |
| Greenville, SC | $58,500 |
| Columbia, SC | $55,690 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $53,280 |
| Augusta, GA | $52,880 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $50,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 30. Hawaii | $58,070 |
| 31. Michigan | $57,350 |
| 32. Tennessee | $57,270 |
| 33. South Carolina | $57,170 |
| 34. Montana | $56,890 |
| 35. Missouri | $56,750 |
| 36. New Mexico | $56,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $27.49 ($57,170 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $57,170 against $62,960 nationally, 9% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for graphic designer pay?
South Carolina ranks 33 of 51 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays graphic designers the most?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC, with a median of $61,450 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.