Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,120 | $45,195 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.25 | $21.73 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $44,952.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in South Carolina is $42,120, or about $20.25 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. South Carolina is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,070 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $42,120, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.