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Surgical Technologists Salary Guide for South Carolina

surgical technologists working in South Carolina earn an average of $50,610.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
2,140
Annual Mean Salary
$50,610.00
Hourly Rate
$24.33
Estimated Monthly*
$3,892.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

South Carolina vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares South Carolina's surgical technologists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if South Carolina offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While South Carolina shows an upward salary trend for surgical technologists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for surgical technologists can vary significantly within South Carolina. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin

Annual Mean Salary
$53,270.00
Hourly Rate
$25.61
Employment
390 professionals
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Columbia

Annual Mean Salary
$52,530.00
Hourly Rate
$25.26
Employment
400 professionals
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Spartanburg

Annual Mean Salary
$52,350.00
Hourly Rate
$25.17
Employment
240 professionals
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Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Beaufort

Annual Mean Salary
$52,020.00
Hourly Rate
$25.01
Employment
60 professionals
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Florence

Annual Mean Salary
$49,150.00
Hourly Rate
$23.63
Employment
160 professionals
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Upper Savannah South Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$48,670.00
Hourly Rate
$23.40
Employment
110 professionals
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Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach

Annual Mean Salary
$48,640.00
Hourly Rate
$23.39
Employment
130 professionals
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Charleston-North Charleston

Annual Mean Salary
$47,780.00
Hourly Rate
$22.97
Employment
330 professionals
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Sumter

Annual Mean Salary
$47,520.00
Hourly Rate
$22.84
Employment
50 professionals
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Northeast South Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$42,210.00
Hourly Rate
$20.29
Employment
130 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.