Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,340 | $67,290 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.01 | $32.35 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,397.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in South Carolina is $60,340, or about $29.01 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. South Carolina is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,460 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $60,340, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.