Power Plant Operators Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • South Carolina
Power Plant Operators in South Carolina earn a median salary of $77,700 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -22% vs the national median of $99,670. An estimated 610 power plant operators are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $74,660 to $79,200 depending on location.
$77,700
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$79,200
Highest paying metro
$74,660
Lowest paying metro
610
Employed in South Carolina
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Power Plant Operators salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | $79,200 | $70,850 | $98,630 | 60 |
| Southern South Carolina | $78,580 | $61,920 | $92,360 | 80 |
| Charleston, SC | $78,240 | $68,620 | $86,620 | 190 |
| Columbia, SC | $77,820 | $77,070 | $95,930 | 210 |
| Northeastern South Carolina | $74,660 | $59,310 | $87,190 | 70 |