How much does a protective service worker make in South Carolina?
$44,130a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in South Carolina. That is $21.22 an hour or $3,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.22
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,360Median: $44,130Highest 10%: $63,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,360 | $13.63 | |
| 25th | $34,670 | $16.67 | |
| Median | $44,130 | $21.22 | |
| 75th | $55,670 | $26.76 | |
| 90th | $63,760 | $30.65 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charleston, SC | $51,890 |
| Columbia, SC | $51,630 |
| Greenville, SC | $47,220 |
| Charlotte, NC | $43,970 |
| Augusta, GA | $23,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 30. Louisiana | $44,410 |
| 31. Colorado | $44,340 |
| 32. Florida | $44,310 |
| 33. South Carolina | $44,130 |
| 34. Tennessee | $44,100 |
| 35. North Carolina | $43,740 |
| 36. West Virginia | $43,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $21.22 ($44,130 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $44,130 against $42,540 nationally, 4% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for protective service worker pay?
South Carolina ranks 33 of 51 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays protective service workers the most?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC, with a median of $51,890 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.