Carpenters Salary in South Carolina
Median Annual Salary
$48,910
$23.51/hr
Salary Range
$34,220 – $75,720
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
7,070
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$53,747
real purchasing power
17.5% below the national median ($59,310)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$34,220 (entry)$48,910 (median)$75,720 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+16.8%
$8,300 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $50,620 | 1,460 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $48,770 | 470 |
| Spartanburg | $48,730 | 400 |
| Sumter | $48,170 | 60 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $47,880 | 1,150 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $47,840 | 510 |
| Florence | $47,560 | 150 |
| Columbia | $47,060 | 890 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.