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 $56,610 per year ($27.22 per hour), up 22.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,170 at the 10th percentile to $75,530 at the 90th.
South Carolina employs approximately 6,920 HVAC technicians statewide, up 37.8% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville | $58,760 | $28.25/hr | 1,160 | up 14.8% |
| Charleston | $58,410 | $28.08/hr | 1,270 | up 19.4% |
| Spartanburg | $57,790 | $27.79/hr | 390 | up 35.1% |
| Columbia | $57,610 | $27.70/hr | 1,220 | up 24.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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