Paramedics pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for paramedics is $25.74 an hour ($53,550 a year). About 2,250 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). South Carolina ranks 41st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.57 | $40,710 |
| 25% of workers | $23.08 | $48,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.74 | $53,550 |
| 75% of workers | $29.91 | $62,220 |
| 90% of workers | $32.30 | $67,180 |
Paramedics pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $58,190 | 350 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $53,550 | 420 |
| Columbia | $53,160 | 490 |
| Spartanburg | $51,360 | 290 |
| Florence | $50,950 | 110 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $48,420 | 50 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,220 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,160 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,820 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,370 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $77,740 |
| Anesthesiologists | $238,970 |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | $29,300 |
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