Engineering South Carolina (SC) Rank #40 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in South Carolina

The median civil engineer salary in South Carolina is $80,047 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$80,047

vs National

$-9,893

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Civil Engineer Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $55,180, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,700 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,180

$-6,820 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,100

$-9,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,700

$-14,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,756	$60,400	$-6,644
25th Percentile	$65,148	$73,200	$-8,052
Median (50th)	$80,047	$89,940	$-9,893
75th Percentile	$101,460	$114,000	$-12,540
90th Percentile	$123,354	$138,600	$-15,246

Civil Engineer Salary by City in South Carolina

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in South Carolina include Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and North Charleston. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, SC

$89,940

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$80,946

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$82,745

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$85,443

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$94,437

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Civil Engineer in South Carolina

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. South Carolina has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.