Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,600 | $102,499 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.85 | $49.28 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,431.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in South Carolina is $101,600, or about $48.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. South Carolina is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,180 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $101,600, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.