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Game Developer Salary in South Carolina

The median game developer salary in South Carolina is $73,950 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $85,000.

Median Salary

$73,950

vs National

$-11,050

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Game Developer Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level game developer earns around $43,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,760 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$43,500

$-6,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$75,690

$-11,310 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$128,760

$-19,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$41,760	$48,000	$-6,240
25th Percentile	$56,550	$65,000	$-8,450
Median (50th)	$73,950	$85,000	$-11,050
75th Percentile	$104,400	$120,000	$-15,600
90th Percentile	$134,850	$155,000	$-20,150

Game Developer Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$83,300

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$74,800

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$76,500

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$79,050

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$87,550

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Game Developer in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.