Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,610 | $62,937 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.22 | $30.26 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,416.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HVAC Technician in South Carolina is $56,610, or about $27.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HVAC Technicians is $62,937. South Carolina is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level hvac technicians in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,920 hvac technician jobs on record and a median salary of $56,610, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.