How much does a helper make in Charleston?
$43,840a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area. That is $21.08 an hour or $3,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.08
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 35 of 99
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,760Median: $43,840Highest 10%: $54,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,760 | $17.67 | |
| 25th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $43,840 | $21.08 | |
| 75th | $46,830 | $22.51 | |
| 90th | $54,080 | $26.00 |
Other cities in South Carolina
Median yearly pay for helpers.
| Charlotte, NC | $38,920 |
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Salaries for every job in Charleston, SCFrequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Charleston?
The median hourly pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area is $21.08 ($43,840 a year).
Do helpers make more in Charleston than the national average?
Yes: $43,840 against $42,670 nationally, 3% more.
How does Charleston compare with the rest of South Carolina?
The median in South Carolina is $37,990, so Charleston pays 15% more.
Where does Charleston rank for helper pay?
35 of 99 metro areas with data.
How much does a helper make starting out in Charleston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,080 or more.
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.