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Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary in South Carolina
Ranked #34 of 47 · SC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chemical equipment operators and tenderss in South Carolina earn between $37,700 and $72,590. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in South Carolina is $55,270, about 9% below the U.S. average ($60,710). That works out to roughly $27/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $59,350 | $57,300 | 1,250 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $58,170 | $58,650 | 430 |
| Columbia, SC | $57,870 | $58,100 | 410 |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $57,410 | $56,660 | 290 |
| Northwestern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $55,460 | $51,070 | 370 |
| Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $53,750 | $54,930 | 190 |
| Florence, SC | $46,080 | $47,300 | 220 |
| Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $45,190 | $50,520 | 120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make in South Carolina?
The median chemical equipment operators and tenders salary in South Carolina is $56,240 per year (mean $55,270), and about 80% earn between $37,700 and $72,590.
How much do chemical equipment operators and tenders make per hour in South Carolina?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $55,270 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is South Carolina a high-paying state for chemical equipment operators and tenders?
South Carolina ranks #34 of 47 states for chemical equipment operators and tenders pay. Its mean salary of $55,270 is about 9% below the U.S. average of $60,710.
Which metro areas in South Carolina pay chemical equipment operators and tenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in South Carolina for chemical equipment operators and tenders are Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC ($59,350), Spartanburg, SC ($58,170), Columbia, SC ($57,870), by median annual wage.
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