Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,360 | $71,377 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.98 | $34.32 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,553.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Special Education Teacher in South Carolina is $62,360, or about $29.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Special Education Teachers is $71,377. South Carolina is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level special education teachers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,950 special education teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $62,360, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.