Aerospace Engineers pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for aerospace engineers is $65.88 an hour ($137,030 a year). About 650 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($134,960). South Carolina ranks 13th of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for aerospace engineers in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.16 | $81,460 |
| 25% of workers | $49.17 | $102,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $65.88 | $137,030 |
| 75% of workers | $77.22 | $160,620 |
| 90% of workers | $81.80 | $170,150 |
Aerospace Engineers pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $137,030 | 340 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $102,280 | 210 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for aerospace engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $101,060 |
| Civil Engineers | $101,600 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $104,580 |
| Electrical Engineers | $98,440 |
| Nuclear Engineers | $126,570 |
| Engineers, All Other | $110,490 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $113,720 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $125,110 |
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