Healthcare South Carolina (SC) Rank #41 of 50

Psychologist Salary in South Carolina

The median psychologist salary in South Carolina is $75,944 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $85,330.

Median Salary

$75,944

vs National

$-9,386

State Rank

#41 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Psychologist Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level psychologist earns around $46,280, 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)

$46,280

$-5,720 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$78,320

$-9,680 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$129,050

$-15,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$42,720	$48,000	$-5,280
25th Percentile	$56,960	$64,000	$-7,040
Median (50th)	$75,944	$85,330	$-9,386
75th Percentile	$102,350	$115,000	$-12,650
90th Percentile	$137,950	$155,000	$-17,050

Psychologist Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$85,330

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$76,797

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$78,504

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$81,064

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$89,597

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Psychologist in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

PsychotherapyPsychological AssessmentCBT/DBTResearch MethodsClinical DocumentationEthics

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, psychologist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.