How much does a personal care and service worker make in South Carolina?
$44,550a year
Median yearly pay for personal care and service workers in South Carolina. That is $21.42 an hour or $3,713 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.42
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,500Median: $44,550Highest 10%: $51,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,500 | $13.22 | |
| 25th | $29,990 | $14.42 | |
| Median | $44,550 | $21.42 | |
| 75th | $47,320 | $22.75 | |
| 90th | $51,640 | $24.83 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, SC | $47,320 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $46,990 |
| Greenville, SC | $44,930 |
| Charlotte, NC | $37,500 |
| Augusta, GA | $26,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for personal care and service workers.
| 1. South Dakota | $50,990 |
| 2. Arizona | $48,900 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $46,780 |
| 4. South Carolina | $44,550 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $43,880 |
| 6. Illinois | $42,450 |
| 7. Idaho | $41,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personal care and service worker make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $21.42 ($44,550 a year).
Do personal care and service workers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $44,550 against $41,600 nationally, 7% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for personal care and service worker pay?
South Carolina ranks 4 of 46 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays personal care and service workers the most?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC, with a median of $47,320 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.