Agriculture & Environment South Carolina (SC) Rank #40 of 50

Zoologist Salary in South Carolina

The median zoologist salary in South Carolina is $60,725 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$60,725

vs National

$-7,505

State Rank

#40 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Zoologist Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,050, while experienced professionals earn up to $93,450 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,050

$-4,950 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$62,300

$-7,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$93,450

$-11,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,380	$42,000	$-4,620
25th Percentile	$48,060	$54,000	$-5,940
Median (50th)	$60,725	$68,230	$-7,505
75th Percentile	$80,100	$90,000	$-9,900
90th Percentile	$99,680	$112,000	$-12,320

Zoologist Salary by City in South Carolina

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

Charleston, SC

$68,230

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$61,407

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$62,772

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$64,819

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$71,642

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Zoologist in South Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, zoologist 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.