Chemical Technicians pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for chemical technicians is $36.07 an hour ($75,020 a year). About 2,080 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($60,390). South Carolina ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemical technicians in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.49 | $48,860 |
| 25% of workers | $26.64 | $55,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.07 | $75,020 |
| 75% of workers | $36.49 | $75,900 |
| 90% of workers | $39.34 | $81,820 |
Chemical Technicians pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $64,740 | 250 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $63,050 | 330 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $61,380 | 290 |
| Spartanburg | $55,140 | 140 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemical technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $58,960 |
| Nuclear Technicians | $108,490 |
| Biological Technicians | $53,040 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $48,700 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $64,490 |
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