Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $18.97 an hour ($39,450 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($42,360). South Carolina ranks 33rd of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.93 | $31,060 |
| 25% of workers | $17.71 | $36,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.97 | $39,450 |
| 75% of workers | $21.51 | $44,740 |
| 90% of workers | $22.93 | $47,690 |
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $43,010 | 180 |
| Florence | $42,120 | 40 |
| Columbia | $38,830 | 140 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $38,710 | 250 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $37,730 | 80 |
| Sumter | $36,450 | 50 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 4,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $53,940 |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | $38,480 |
| Helpers--Electricians | $39,460 |
| Pipelayers | $45,180 |
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