How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in South Carolina?
$58,160a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in South Carolina. That is $27.96 an hour or $4,847 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.96
- Vs. national median
- -40%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,880Median: $58,160Highest 10%: $96,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,880 | $11.96 | |
| 25th | $39,870 | $19.17 | |
| Median | $58,160 | $27.96 | |
| 75th | $79,070 | $38.01 | |
| 90th | $96,140 | $46.22 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 37. Nevada | $62,420 |
| 38. Arizona | $60,070 |
| 39. Virginia | $58,970 |
| 40. South Carolina | $58,160 |
| 41. Georgia | $57,180 |
| 42. Connecticut | $56,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $27.96 ($58,160 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $58,160 against $96,710 nationally, 40% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
South Carolina ranks 40 of 42 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.