Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,580 | $74,587 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.09 | $35.86 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,788.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in South Carolina is $62,580, or about $30.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. South Carolina is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 16,080 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $62,580, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.