How much does a psychologist make in South Carolina?
$137,000a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in South Carolina. That is $65.86 an hour or $11,420 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.86
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $94,600Median: $137,000Highest 10%: $164,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $94,600 | $45.48 | |
| 25th | $122,900 | $59.10 | |
| Median | $137,000 | $65.86 | |
| 75th | $153,400 | $73.76 | |
| 90th | $164,200 | $78.94 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $146,900 |
| Columbia, SC | $130,600 |
| Augusta, GA | $113,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 6. Iowa | $138,400 |
| 7. Tennessee | $138,100 |
| 8. Arizona | $137,500 |
| 9. South Carolina | $137,000 |
| 10. Alabama | $136,100 |
| 11. Hawaii | $135,700 |
| 12. Utah | $135,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $65.86 ($137,000 a year).
Do psychologists make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $137,000 against $110,800 nationally, 24% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for psychologist pay?
South Carolina ranks 9 of 42 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays psychologists the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $146,900 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.