Licensed Practical Nurse salary in South Carolina
The median licensed practical nurse in South Carolina earns $28.39 an hour, or $59,050 a year. That’s $1.58 below the national median, ranking #40 of 51.
- Median hourly$28.39
- Median yearly$59,050
- Bottom 10% earn under$23.14/hr
- Top 10% earn over$33.61/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$28.09
- LPN/LVNs employed8,740
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, South Carolina, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in South Carolina
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $38.41/hr | $79,900/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $17.49/hr | $36,370/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $55.88/hr | $116,240/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in South Carolina
- LPN FLOW - Atrium Health Barnett Family Medicine Carolina LakesAdvocate HealthFort Mill, SC$24.10–$36.15/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Practical NurseVeterans Health AdministrationColumbia, SC$41k–$75k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 12, 2026
- Practical Nurse (Outpatient)Military Health System (DHA)Fort Jackson, SC$47k–$61k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Licensed Practical NurseVeterans Health AdministrationRock Hill, SC$49k–$78k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) MUSC Mullins Nursing Center - PRNMUSC HealthSouth CarolinaLPN/LVNPer diem / PRN
- Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Home Health VisitsBAYADA Home Health CareLancaster, SCLPN/LVNFull-time