Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $53,550 | $61,458 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.75 | $29.55 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,150.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in South Carolina is $53,550, or about $25.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. South Carolina is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,250 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $53,550, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.