Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $43,630 | $47,410 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.98 | $22.79 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,564.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Personal Trainer in South Carolina is $43,630, or about $20.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Personal Trainers is $47,410. South Carolina is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level personal trainers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,130 personal trainer jobs on record and a median salary of $43,630, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.