Dental Office Manager salary in South Carolina
Dental Office Managers in South Carolina earn a median of $50.59 per hour, about $105,220 a year, 11% below the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $40.74 and $75.52 per hour. The highest median among South Carolina metro areas is in Charleston-North Charleston, SC, at $58.23 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $50.59median pay per hour
- $105,220median pay per year
- 8,150employed in South Carolina
- #32of 50 states by median pay
Dental Office Manager pay in South Carolina: percentiles
| Level | South Carolina per hour | South Carolina per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.78 | $72,340 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $40.74 | $84,740 | $42.58 |
| Median | $50.59 | $105,220 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $75.52 | $157,080 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $105.33 |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dental Office Manager 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 | $58.23 | $121,120 | 1,470 | 15% above | $57.68 |
| Florence, SC | $54.79 | $113,970 | 460 | 8% above | $63.14 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $50.76 | $105,580 | 390 | in line with | $55.75 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $49.28 | $102,510 | 1,390 | 3% below | $52.84 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC | $48.35 | $100,580 | 320 | 4% below | $49.33 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $48.26 | $100,370 | 430 | 5% below | $51.54 |
| Sumter, SC | $46.94 | $97,630 | 100 | 7% below | $53.33 |
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 Office Manager pay in states next to South Carolina
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $65.40 | $136,030 | 29% above South Carolina |
| North Carolina | $52.18 | $108,530 | 3% above South Carolina |
What employers are posting in South Carolina
- 3roles with published pay
- $21median pay per hour
- $19–$24typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 3 | $21 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Office Manager jobs in South Carolina · Dental Office Manager salary nationwide · South Carolina state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental office manager make in South Carolina?
The median is $50.59 per hour, about $105,220 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $34.78 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Carolina city pays dental office managers the most?
Among South Carolina metro areas, Charleston-North Charleston, SC has the highest median at $58.23 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Carolina rank for dental office manager pay?
South Carolina ranks 32nd of 50 states by median dental office manager 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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- Aspen DentalBluffton, SC · 3 postings$21.00/ hr$19–$26
- Aspen DentalBend, OR · 3 postings$32.45/ hr$23–$34
- Aspen DentalSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$30.05/ hr$19–$31
- Aspen DentalCharlotte, NC · 9 postings$27.64/ hr$19–$31
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