Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,570 | $62,011 | -31% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.47 | $29.81 | -31% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,432.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in South Carolina is $42,570, or about $20.47 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. South Carolina is -31% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,780 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $42,570, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.