Dentists, General pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for dentists, general is $76.27 an hour ($158,640 a year). About 2,140 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($170,950). South Carolina ranks 39th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.60 | $96,920 |
| 25% of workers | $58.22 | $121,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $76.27 | $158,640 |
| 75% of workers | $110.01 | $228,820 |
| 90% of workers | $149.44 | $310,840 |
Dentists, General pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $228,820 | 480 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $144,640 | 50 |
| Spartanburg | $140,360 | 100 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $139,940 | 540 |
| Florence | $137,260 | 60 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $134,420 | 130 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $121,090 | 410 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dentists, general
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $47,320 |
| Physicians, All Other | $274,480 |
| Dental Hygienists | $84,340 |
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $123,290 |
| Pharmacists | $135,700 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,330 |
| Physician Assistants | $122,490 |
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