Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $92,520 | $98,482 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.48 | $47.35 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $98,741.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Network Engineer in South Carolina is $92,520, or about $44.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Network Engineers is $98,482. South Carolina is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level network engineers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,580 network engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $92,520, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.