Registered Nurse salary in South Carolina
The median registered nurse in South Carolina earns $38.41 an hour, or $79,900 a year. That’s $6.59 below the national median, ranking #41 of 51.
- Median hourly$38.41
- Median yearly$79,900
- Bottom 10% earn under$30.87/hr
- Top 10% earn over$49.06/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$40.83
- RNs employed50,300
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, South Carolina, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in South Carolina
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.39/hr | $59,050/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 RN jobs in South Carolina
- Outpatient Wound Care RN SupervisorHealogicsBeaufort, SC$71k–$95k/yrRNFull-time
- NurseDepartment of War Education ActivityBeaufort, SC$38.86–$57.05/hrRNPer diem / PRNCloses Nov 17, 2026
- Registered NurseCVS Health / MinuteClinicCharleston, SC$54k–$117k/yrRNFull-time
- Registered NurseVeterans Health AdministrationCharleston, SC$68k–$138k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Sep 30, 2027
- Registered NurseVeterans Health AdministrationColumbia, SC$80k–$145k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Sep 30, 2027
- Home Health Registered NurseCenterWell (Humana)Walterboro, SC$49–$69/hrRNFull-time