How much does a substitute teacher make in Charleston?
$42,640a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area. That is $20.50 an hour or $3,553 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.50
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 94 of 323
- Jobs in the area
- 1,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,140Median: $42,640Highest 10%: $114,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,140 | $13.53 | |
| 25th | $35,390 | $17.01 | |
| Median | $42,640 | $20.50 | |
| 75th | $42,640 | $20.50 | |
| 90th | $114,300 | $54.97 |
Other cities in South Carolina
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers.
| Columbia, SC | $39,250 |
| Greenville, SC | $34,930 |
| Charlotte, NC | $32,010 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $26,890 |
| Augusta, GA | $24,800 |
| Sumter, SC | $22,050 |
Related jobs in Charleston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Engineering Teacher | $105,400 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $82,480 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $82,300 |
| Education Teacher | $81,870 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $81,610 |
| Physics Teacher | $81,210 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $79,110 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $78,910 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $78,240 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teacher | $78,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Charleston?
The median hourly pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area is $20.50 ($42,640 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Charleston than the national average?
Yes: $42,640 against $41,670 nationally, 2% more.
How does Charleston compare with the rest of South Carolina?
The median in South Carolina is $30,400, so Charleston pays 40% more.
Where does Charleston rank for substitute teacher pay?
94 of 323 metro areas with data.
How much does a substitute teacher make starting out in Charleston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,300 or more.
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.