How much does a grounds maintenance worker make in South Carolina?
$45,360a year
Median yearly pay for grounds maintenance workers in South Carolina. That is $21.81 an hour or $3,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.81
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,180Median: $45,360Highest 10%: $80,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,180 | $14.99 | |
| 25th | $32,760 | $15.75 | |
| Median | $45,360 | $21.81 | |
| 75th | $55,290 | $26.58 | |
| 90th | $80,080 | $38.50 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grounds maintenance workers.
| 22. Colorado | $48,280 |
| 23. Washington | $46,900 |
| 24. Kentucky | $46,790 |
| 25. South Carolina | $45,360 |
| 26. Maine | $44,570 |
| 27. Texas | $44,500 |
| 28. District of Columbia | $44,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grounds maintenance worker make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $21.81 ($45,360 a year).
Do grounds maintenance workers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $45,360 against $46,860 nationally, 3% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for grounds maintenance worker pay?
South Carolina ranks 25 of 39 states.
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.