Construction & Real Estate South Carolina (SC) Rank #40 of 50

Surveyor Salary in South Carolina

The median surveyor salary in South Carolina is $58,375 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $65,590.

Median Salary

$58,375

vs National

$-7,215

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Surveyor Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level surveyor earns around $37,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $89,000 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,380

$-4,620 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$59,630

$-7,370 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$89,000

$-11,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$35,600	$40,000	$-4,400
25th Percentile	$46,280	$52,000	$-5,720
Median (50th)	$58,375	$65,590	$-7,215
75th Percentile	$76,540	$86,000	$-9,460
90th Percentile	$94,340	$106,000	$-11,660

Surveyor Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$65,590

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$59,031

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$60,343

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$62,311

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$68,870

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Surveyor in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

Surveying EquipmentGPS/GISCADMathematicsLegal BoundariesField Work

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, surveyor employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.