How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make in South Carolina?
$43,660a year
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners in South Carolina. That is $20.99 an hour or $3,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.99
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,960Median: $43,660Highest 10%: $60,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,960 | $14.40 | |
| 25th | $35,680 | $17.15 | |
| Median | $43,660 | $20.99 | |
| 75th | $50,280 | $24.17 | |
| 90th | $60,610 | $29.14 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Augusta, GA | $49,870 |
| Greenville, SC | $47,340 |
| Charlotte, NC | $46,750 |
| Charleston, SC | $43,730 |
| Columbia, SC | $40,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tree trimmer and pruners.
| 41. North Dakota | $44,820 |
| 42. Kentucky | $44,410 |
| 43. Idaho | $43,840 |
| 44. South Carolina | $43,660 |
| 45. Iowa | $42,890 |
| 46. Mississippi | $41,560 |
| 47. Alabama | $41,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $20.99 ($43,660 a year).
Do tree trimmer and pruners make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $43,660 against $50,960 nationally, 14% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for tree trimmer and pruner pay?
South Carolina ranks 44 of 49 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays tree trimmer and pruners the most?
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC, with a median of $49,870 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.