Certified Nursing Assistant salary in South Carolina
Certified Nursing Assistants in South Carolina earn a median of $17.49 per hour, about $36,370 a year, 8% below the U.S. median of $19.01. The middle half earn between $16.01 and $18.58 per hour. The highest median among South Carolina metro areas is in Charleston-North Charleston, SC, at $18.62 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $17.49median pay per hour
- $36,370median pay per year
- 21,000employed in South Carolina
- #43of 50 states by median pay
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in South Carolina: percentiles
| Level | South Carolina per hour | South Carolina per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.93 | $28,970 | $15.09 |
| Lower quartile | $16.01 | $33,300 | $17.44 |
| Median | $17.49 | $36,370 | $19.01 |
| Upper quartile | $18.58 | $38,650 | $22.15 |
| Top 10% | $20.54 | $42,720 | $24.11 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay by metro area in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs South Carolina median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $18.62 | $38,720 | 2,550 | 6% above | $18.44 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $18.52 | $38,520 | 1,920 | 6% above | $20.34 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $17.67 | $36,760 | 3,880 | 1% above | $18.95 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC | $17.55 | $36,500 | 690 | in line with | $17.91 |
| Columbia, SC | $17.51 | $36,410 | 4,940 | in line with | $18.69 |
| Sumter, SC | $17.14 | $35,640 | 430 | 2% below | $19.47 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $16.66 | $34,640 | 770 | 5% below | $17.79 |
| Florence, SC | $16.01 | $33,290 | 1,230 | 8% below | $18.45 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in states next to South Carolina
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $17.58 | $36,570 | 1% above South Carolina |
| North Carolina | $18.11 | $37,670 | 4% above South Carolina |
What employers are posting in South Carolina
- 4roles with published pay
- $19.01median pay per hour
- $17–$22typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | 2 | $20.02 |
| Amedisys | 2 | $17.88 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in South Carolina · Certified Nursing Assistant salary nationwide · South Carolina state guide
Common questions
How much does a certified nursing assistant make in South Carolina?
The median is $17.49 per hour, about $36,370 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $13.93 and the top 10% earn over $20.54 (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Carolina city pays certified nursing assistants the most?
Among South Carolina metro areas, Charleston-North Charleston, SC has the highest median at $18.62 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Carolina rank for certified nursing assistant pay?
South Carolina ranks 43rd of 50 states by median certified nursing assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Select MedicalFlorence, SC · 2 postings$20.02/ hr$18–$22
- AmedisysWest Columbia, SC · 2 postings$17.88/ hr$17–$19
- National Healthcare CorporationAnderson, SC · 2 wage offers$14.77/ hr$15–$15
- National Healthcare CorporationLaurens, SC · 2 wage offers$14.77/ hr$15–$15
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