Power Plant Operators pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for power plant operators is $38.41 an hour ($79,900 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($102,040). South Carolina ranks 46th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for power plant operators in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.31 | $58,880 |
| 25% of workers | $32.52 | $67,640 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.41 | $79,900 |
| 75% of workers | $45.35 | $94,320 |
| 90% of workers | $48.17 | $100,200 |
Power Plant Operators pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $81,580 | 60 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $79,900 | 150 |
| Columbia | $79,600 | 150 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for power plant operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -5.1% over ten years, declining · about 2,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,880 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | $52,090 |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | $46,430 |
| Chemical Plant and System Operators | $68,510 |
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