Electrician Salary in South Carolina
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
South Carolina Electrician Wages at a Glance
South Carolina electricians earn a statewide median of $58,740 per year ($28.24 per hour), up 25.2% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $44,330 at the 10th percentile to $77,800 at the 90th.
South Carolina employs approximately 8,010 electricians statewide, down 18.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | $62,050 | $29.83/hr | 600 | up 14.7% |
| Columbia | $60,390 | $29.03/hr | 1,170 | up 17.0% |
| Greenville | $60,210 | $28.95/hr | 1,670 | up 31.2% |
| Charleston | $59,010 | $28.37/hr | 1,480 | up 44.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
South Carolina Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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