Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners is $22.44 an hour ($46,660 a year). About 640 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($49,880). South Carolina ranks 37th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.03 | $33,350 |
| 25% of workers | $17.51 | $36,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.44 | $46,660 |
| 75% of workers | $25.59 | $53,230 |
| 90% of workers | $28.58 | $59,440 |
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $47,830 | 100 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $47,220 | 120 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $45,180 | 120 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal | $41,600 | 40 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 2,800 openings a year (BLS)
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