Physical Therapist salary in South Carolina
Physical Therapists in South Carolina earn a median of $48.54 per hour, about $100,950 a year, in line with the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $39.12 and $51.94 per hour. The highest median among South Carolina metro areas is in Spartanburg, SC, at $51.94 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $48.54median pay per hour
- $100,950median pay per year
- 4,170physical therapists employed in South Carolina
- #19of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in South Carolina: percentiles
| Level | South Carolina per hour | South Carolina per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.30 | $73,420 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $39.12 | $81,370 | $40.13 |
| Median | $48.54 | $100,950 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $51.94 | $108,040 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $57.48 | $119,560 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs South Carolina median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg, SC | $51.94 | $108,040 | 380 | 7% above | $57.04 |
| Sumter, SC | $51.17 | $106,440 | 40 | 5% above | $58.13 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $48.58 | $101,040 | 260 | in line with | $51.88 |
| Charleston-North Charleston, SC | $48.57 | $101,020 | 750 | in line with | $48.11 |
| Columbia, SC | $48.41 | $100,690 | 620 | in line with | $51.69 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $48.36 | $100,590 | 1,020 | in line with | $51.86 |
| Florence, SC | $48.17 | $100,200 | 120 | 1% below | $55.51 |
| Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC | $45.36 | $94,350 | 140 | 7% below | $46.28 |
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).
Physical Therapist pay in states next to South Carolina
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $49.00 | $101,930 | 1% above South Carolina |
| North Carolina | $46.47 | $96,670 | 4% below South Carolina |
What employers are posting in South Carolina
- 11roles with published pay
- $54.33median pay per hour
- $40–$61typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 7 | $56 |
| Select Medical | 3 | $43.27 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $54.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 11 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Physical Therapist jobs in South Carolina · Physical Therapist salary nationwide · South Carolina state guide
Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in South Carolina?
The median is $48.54 per hour, about $100,950 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.30 and the top 10% earn over $57.48 (BLS, May 2024).
Which South Carolina city pays physical therapists the most?
Among South Carolina metro areas, Spartanburg, SC has the highest median at $51.94 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does South Carolina rank for physical therapist pay?
South Carolina ranks 19th of 50 states by median physical therapist 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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- Humana Inc.Columbia, SC · 1 wage offer$59.03/ hr$49–$69
- Humana Inc.Orangeburg, SC · 1 wage offer$57.74/ hr$48–$68
- AmedisysAiken, SC · 7 postings$56.00/ hr$41–$69
- Amedisys Holding LLCAiken, SC · 1 wage offer$50.01/ hr$50–$50
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