Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $41,160 | $44,846 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.79 | $21.56 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $43,927.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in South Carolina is $41,160, or about $19.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. South Carolina is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,110 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $41,160, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.