Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| South Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,130 | $57,715 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.58 | $27.75 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,568.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in South Carolina is $51,130, or about $24.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. South Carolina is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in South Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 34,170 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $51,130, South Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.