Average Cosmetologist Salary in South Carolina

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in South Carolina earns $35,800 per year, which is below the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $17.21 per hour, $1,377 biweekly, or $2,983 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in South Carolina is 11% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$26,800	$12.88
Average (50th)	$35,800	$17.21
Experienced (75th)	$41,200	$19.79
Top Earners (90th)	$46,500	$22.36

Cosmetologist Salary by City in South Carolina

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Charleston	$38,700	$3,225/mo
Columbia	$36,500	$3,042/mo
Greenville	$35,100	$2,925/mo
Rock Hill	$34,000	$2,833/mo
Mount Pleasant	$33,300	$2,775/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	0%-6.4% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.89 (-11% vs national avg)

Top Employers in South Carolina

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in South Carolina include Prisma Health, Boeing, BMW, Michelin, and MUSC Health. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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