Dentist salary in South Carolina
Dentists in South Carolina earn a median of $76.19 per hour, about $158,460 a year, 8% below the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $52.31 and $115+ per hour. The highest median among South Carolina metro areas is in Columbia, SC, at $95.34 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $76.19median pay per hour
- $158,460median pay per year
- 2,320dentists employed in South Carolina
- #35of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in South Carolina: percentiles
| Level | South Carolina per hour | South Carolina per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.91 | $62,210 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $52.31 | $108,800 | $60.62 |
| Median | $76.19 | $158,460 | $83.07 |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | $105.95 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dentist pay by metro area in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs South Carolina median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | $95.34 | $198,310 | 570 | 25% above | $101.79 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC | $79.95 | $166,300 | 100 | 5% above | $81.57 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $76.85 | $159,850 | 130 | 1% above | $82.07 |
| Florence, SC | $76.03 | $158,150 | 80 | in line with | $87.62 |
| Sumter, SC | $72.12 | $150,010 | 30 | 5% below | $81.94 |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $71.77 | $149,280 | 400 | 6% below | $71.09 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $68.33 | $142,120 | 120 | 10% below | $75.05 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $63.68 | $132,460 | 470 | 16% below | $68.28 |
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).
Dentist pay in states next to South Carolina
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $94.14 | $195,820 | 24% above South Carolina |
| North Carolina | $91.96 | $191,280 | 21% above South Carolina |
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Common questions
How much does a dentist make in South Carolina?
The median is $76.19 per hour, about $158,460 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $29.91 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Carolina city pays dentists the most?
Among South Carolina metro areas, Columbia, SC has the highest median at $95.34 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Carolina rank for dentist pay?
South Carolina ranks 35th of 45 states by median dentist 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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- Dental Professionals of South Carolina, PCGreenville, SC · 1 wage offer$120.19/ hr$120–$120
- Modern Dental Care LLCClover, SC · 1 wage offer$106.65/ hr$107–$107
- Dr Richard James M Hansen & Associates Fort Mill PC.Tega Cay, SC · 1 wage offer$100.00/ hr$100–$100
- Todays Dental at Greenville LLCGreenville, SC · 1 wage offer$87.50/ hr$88–$88
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6 employer-reported wage offers for Dentist in federal filings in South Carolina, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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