Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • South Carolina
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in South Carolina earn a median salary of $45,598 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -11.7% vs the national median of $51,650. An estimated 400 paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $40,510 to $49,410 depending on location.
$45,598
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$49,410
Highest paying metro
$40,510
Lowest paying metro
400
Employed in South Carolina
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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | $49,410 | $41,190 | $50,420 | 120 |
| Greenville, SC | $47,070 | $36,920 | $48,040 | 60 |
| Charleston, SC | $45,400 | $38,090 | $48,390 | 120 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $40,510 | $39,590 | $40,510 | 100 |