Engineering South Carolina (SC) Rank #40 of 50

Marine Engineer Salary in South Carolina

The median marine engineer salary in South Carolina is $86,250 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $96,910.

Median Salary

$86,250

vs National

$-10,660

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Marine Engineer Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $55,180, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,050 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)

$87,220

$-10,780 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$129,050

$-15,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,620	$58,000	$-6,380
25th Percentile	$67,640	$76,000	$-8,360
Median (50th)	$86,250	$96,910	$-10,660
75th Percentile	$110,360	$124,000	$-13,640
90th Percentile	$135,280	$152,000	$-16,720

Marine Engineer Salary by City in South Carolina

The largest employment areas for marine 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

$96,910

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$87,219

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$89,157

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$92,065

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$101,756

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Marine Engineer in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, marine engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.