HVAC Salary in South Carolina
Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
South Carolina HVAC Wages at a Glance
South Carolina HVAC technicians earn a statewide median of $55,260 per year ($26.57 per hour), up 23.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,030 at the 10th percentile to $72,460 at the 90th.
South Carolina employs approximately 6,370 HVAC technicians statewide, up 15.2% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $58,380 | $28.07/hr | 1,230 | up 25.6% |
| Greenville | $57,260 | $27.53/hr | 1,070 | up 16.4% |
| Spartanburg | $56,420 | $27.12/hr | 340 | up 33.1% |
| Columbia | $55,880 | $26.86/hr | 1,080 | up 28.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
South Carolina HVAC Apprenticeships
Most HVAC technicians 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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