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Respiratory Therapists Salary in South Carolina
Ranked #40 of 51 · SC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in South Carolina earn between $63,700 and $90,670. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean respiratory therapists salary in South Carolina is $76,490, about 12.4% below the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $81,300 | $81,750 | 60 |
| Columbia, SC | $79,780 | $75,320 | 330 |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $79,410 | $81,270 | 390 |
| Florence, SC | $78,550 | $73,100 | 100 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $78,390 | $76,390 | 400 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $76,440 | $74,290 | 150 |
| Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $76,030 | $75,000 | 50 |
| Northwestern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $75,240 | $72,490 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in South Carolina?
The median respiratory therapists salary in South Carolina is $77,740 per year (mean $76,490), and about 80% earn between $63,700 and $90,670.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in South Carolina?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $76,490 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is South Carolina a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
South Carolina ranks #40 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $76,490 is about 12.4% below the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in South Carolina pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in South Carolina for respiratory therapists are Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area ($81,300), Columbia, SC ($79,780), Charleston-North Charleston, SC ($79,410), by median annual wage.