How much does a social worker make in South Carolina?
$96,350a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in South Carolina. That is $46.32 an hour or $8,029 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.32
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,860Median: $96,350Highest 10%: $118,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,860 | $21.09 | |
| 25th | $85,010 | $40.87 | |
| Median | $96,350 | $46.32 | |
| 75th | $110,500 | $53.13 | |
| 90th | $118,600 | $57.01 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbia, SC | $100,400 |
| Charleston, SC | $99,340 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $96,140 |
| Greenville, SC | $93,520 |
| Augusta, GA | $91,980 |
| Charlotte, NC | $69,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 7. Massachusetts | $101,300 |
| 8. Missouri | $98,740 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $96,380 |
| 10. South Carolina | $96,350 |
| 11. Alabama | $94,270 |
| 12. South Dakota | $93,760 |
| 13. Delaware | $93,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $46.32 ($96,350 a year).
Do social workers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $96,350 against $71,900 nationally, 34% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for social worker pay?
South Carolina ranks 10 of 50 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays social workers the most?
Columbia, SC, with a median of $100,400 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.