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 $58,260 per year ($28.01 per hour), up 27.0% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,910 at the 10th percentile to $76,230 at the 90th.
South Carolina employs approximately 7,830 electricians statewide, down 25.5% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | $63,010 | $30.30/hr | 470 | up 19.4% |
| Greenville | $61,480 | $29.56/hr | 1,590 | up 30.7% |
| Columbia | $61,220 | $29.43/hr | 1,090 | up 28.2% |
| Charleston | $57,220 | $27.51/hr | 1,730 | up 38.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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