Healthcare South Carolina (SC) Rank #41 of 50

Dermatologist Salary in South Carolina

The median dermatologist salary in South Carolina is $311,500 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $350,000.

Median Salary

$311,500

vs National

$-38,500

State Rank

#41 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Dermatologist Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level dermatologist earns around $151,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $427,200 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$151,300

$-18,700 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$315,950

$-39,050 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$427,200

$-52,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$146,850	$165,000	$-18,150
25th Percentile	$222,500	$250,000	$-27,500
Median (50th)	$311,500	$350,000	$-38,500
75th Percentile	$373,800	$420,000	$-46,200
90th Percentile	$445,000	$500,000	$-55,000

Dermatologist Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$350,000

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$315,000

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$322,000

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$332,500

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$367,500

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Dermatologist in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

DermatologySkin BiopsyCosmetic ProceduresPathologyPatient EducationDiagnosis

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, dermatologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.