Respiratory Therapists pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $37.38 an hour ($77,740 a year). About 1,960 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). South Carolina ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.63 | $63,700 |
| 25% of workers | $32.41 | $67,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.38 | $77,740 |
| 75% of workers | $39.61 | $82,400 |
| 90% of workers | $43.59 | $90,670 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $79,780 | 330 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $79,410 | 390 |
| Florence | $78,550 | 100 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $78,390 | 400 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $76,440 | 150 |
| Spartanburg | $67,700 | 220 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for respiratory therapists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 8,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,330 |
| Physician Assistants | $122,490 |
| Paramedics | $53,550 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $70,500 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $59,170 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $73,740 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $123,290 |
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