How much does a veterinarian make in South Carolina?
$122,100a year
Median yearly pay for veterinarians in South Carolina. That is $58.72 an hour or $10,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.72
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,140Median: $122,100Highest 10%: $200,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,140 | $23.14 | |
| 25th | $96,920 | $46.60 | |
| Median | $122,100 | $58.72 | |
| 75th | $157,200 | $75.59 | |
| 90th | $200,900 | $96.57 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbia, SC | $130,000 |
| Charlotte, NC | $129,100 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $128,600 |
| Greenville, SC | $123,900 |
| Charleston, SC | $122,100 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $121,400 |
| Augusta, GA | $120,100 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $103,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinarians.
| 32. Louisiana | $124,400 |
| 33. Tennessee | $124,400 |
| 34. Utah | $124,000 |
| 35. South Carolina | $122,100 |
| 36. Idaho | $116,200 |
| 37. Missouri | $114,700 |
| 38. Wisconsin | $108,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinarian make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $58.72 ($122,100 a year).
Do veterinarians make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $122,100 against $130,100 nationally, 6% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for veterinarian pay?
South Carolina ranks 35 of 49 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays veterinarians the most?
Columbia, SC, with a median of $130,000 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.