Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $104,580 | $107,639 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.28 | $51.75 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,612.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in South Carolina is $104,580, or about $50.28 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. South Carolina is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,780 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $104,580, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.