Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,890 | $66,997 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.27 | $32.21 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,984.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in South Carolina is $60,890, or about $29.27 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. South Carolina is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,540 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $60,890, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.