Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $37,220 | $41,878 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $17.89 | $20.13 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $39,723.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Nursing Assistant in South Carolina is $37,220, or about $17.89 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Nursing Assistants is $41,878. South Carolina is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level nursing assistants in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 21,760 nursing assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $37,220, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.