Welder Salary in South Carolina
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
South Carolina Welder Wages at a Glance
South Carolina welders earn a statewide median of $49,980 per year ($24.03 per hour), up 16.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,720 at the 10th percentile to $64,510 at the 90th.
South Carolina employs approximately 7,380 welders statewide, down 5.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $56,060 | $26.95/hr | 830 | up 21.6% |
| Spartanburg | $49,820 | $23.95/hr | 710 | up 0.3% |
| Columbia | $49,730 | $23.91/hr | 830 | up 19.3% |
| Greenville | $49,130 | $23.62/hr | 1,760 | up 11.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.