How much does a medical scientist make in Charleston?
$162,200a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area. That is $78.00 an hour or $13,520 a month.
- Hourly
- $78.00
- Vs. national median
- +57%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 178
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,790Median: $162,200Highest 10%: $357,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,790 | $30.67 | |
| 25th | $79,310 | $38.13 | |
| Median | $162,200 | $78.00 | |
| 75th | $211,400 | $101.62 | |
| 90th | $357,100 | $171.67 |
Other cities in South Carolina
Median yearly pay for medical scientists.
| Charlotte, NC | $97,440 |
| Greenville, SC | $80,350 |
| Augusta, GA | $76,370 |
Related jobs in Charleston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $96,990 |
| Biological Scientist | $94,520 |
| Chemist | $90,070 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $82,240 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $81,330 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $81,190 |
| School Psychologist | $75,390 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $74,840 |
| Geoscientist | $71,500 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $65,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Charleston?
The median hourly pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area is $78.00 ($162,200 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Charleston than the national average?
Yes: $162,200 against $103,400 nationally, 57% more.
Where does Charleston rank for medical scientist pay?
3 of 178 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical scientist make starting out in Charleston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $357,100 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.