Salary Overview for South Carolina
The median individual income in South Carolina is $32,350 per year, while the mean (average) individual income is $42,640. The median household income is $63,623.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
South Carolina's cost of living index is 94 (national average = 100). This means the median salary of $32,350 in South Carolina has the purchasing power of approximately $34,415 at the national average cost of living. Your dollar goes further in South Carolina than in most states.
Minimum Wage in South Carolina
The current minimum wage in South Carolina is $7.25/hour, which equals approximately $15,080 per year for a full-time worker (40 hours/week, 52 weeks). See our complete South Carolina minimum wage guide for tipped wages, scheduled increases, and more.
Top Employers in South Carolina
- Prisma Health
- BMW
- Boeing
Major Industries in South Carolina
- Manufacturing
- Tourism
- Military
Tax Rates in South Carolina
See the full tax breakdown including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and more on our South Carolina tax rates page.
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