Chemists Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Carolina
Chemists in South Carolina earn a median salary of $81,398 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -3.3% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 580 chemists are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $65,450 to $98,990 depending on location.
$81,398
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$98,990
Highest paying metro
$65,450
Lowest paying metro
580
Employed in South Carolina
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Chemists salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg, SC | $98,990 | $64,880 | $127,140 | 110 |
| Charleston, SC | $84,070 | $59,770 | $95,230 | 120 |
| Greenville, SC | $77,080 | $65,080 | $98,940 | 180 |
| Columbia, SC | $65,450 | $56,020 | $84,830 | 170 |