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College Professor Salary in South Carolina

The median college professor salary in South Carolina is $74,653 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $83,880.

Median Salary

$74,653

vs National

$-9,227

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

College Professor Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level college professor earns around $42,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,400 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$42,720

$-5,280 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,540

$-9,460 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$142,400

$-17,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$40,050	$45,000	$-4,950
25th Percentile	$53,400	$60,000	$-6,600
Median (50th)	$74,653	$83,880	$-9,227
75th Percentile	$106,800	$120,000	$-13,200
90th Percentile	$149,520	$168,000	$-18,480

College Professor Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$83,880

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$75,492

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$77,170

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$79,686

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$88,074

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a College Professor in South Carolina

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. South Carolina has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, college professor employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.