Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,130 | $101,555 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.62 | $48.82 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $107,930.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in South Carolina is $101,130, or about $48.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. South Carolina is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,840 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $101,130, South Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.