Dental Assistant salary in South Carolina
Dental Assistants in South Carolina earn a median of $22.08 per hour, about $45,930 a year, 3% below the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $18.85 and $23.51 per hour. The highest median among South Carolina metro areas is in Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC, at $23.12 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $22.08median pay per hour
- $45,930median pay per year
- 5,380dental assistants employed in South Carolina
- #34of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in South Carolina: percentiles
| Level | South Carolina per hour | South Carolina per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.75 | $36,920 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $18.85 | $39,210 | $19.00 |
| Median | $22.08 | $45,930 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $23.51 | $48,900 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $28.16 | $58,570 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs South Carolina median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $23.12 | $48,100 | 1,050 | 5% above | $24.79 |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $22.52 | $46,850 | 1,100 | 2% above | $22.31 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $22.18 | $46,130 | 350 | in line with | $24.36 |
| Columbia, SC | $21.93 | $45,610 | 770 | 1% below | $23.41 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC | $21.58 | $44,880 | 270 | 2% below | $22.02 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $21.32 | $44,340 | 340 | 3% below | $22.77 |
| Sumter, SC | $19.66 | $40,890 | 130 | 11% below | $22.34 |
| Florence, SC | $18.91 | $39,330 | 230 | 14% below | $21.79 |
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).
Dental Assistant pay in states next to South Carolina
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $21.92 | $45,600 | 1% below South Carolina |
| North Carolina | $23.42 | $48,710 | 6% above South Carolina |
What employers are posting in South Carolina
- 17roles with published pay
- $21.50median pay per hour
- $17–$25typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 14 | $20.75 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $23.50 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $22.52 |
| PDS Health | 1 | $20.62 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 17 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in South Carolina?
The median is $22.08 per hour, about $45,930 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.75 and the top 10% earn over $28.16 (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Carolina city pays dental assistants the most?
Among South Carolina metro areas, Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC has the highest median at $23.12 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Carolina rank for dental assistant pay?
South Carolina ranks 34th of 50 states by median dental 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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- Bridge Dental and Implants, LLCCharleston, SC · 1 wage offer$24.04/ hr$24–$24
- Aspen DentalGreenville, SC · 14 postings$20.75/ hr$16–$26
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
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