Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / South Carolina
Plumber Salary
in South Carolina
Plumbers in South Carolina (SC) earn a median of $55,400 a year, about $27 an hour. That runs roughly 10% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $35,100 and $91,100.
Bottom 10%
$35,100
SC Median
$55,400
Top 10%
$91,100
Plumber pay by experience in South Carolina
- Apprentice$33,200$16/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$55,400$27/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$74,800$36/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in South Carolina metros
- Charleston$55,200$27/hr
- Columbia$57,600$28/hr
- Greenville$56,100$27/hr
Licensing in South Carolina
Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work.
Frequently asked
- How much do plumbers make in South Carolina?
- Plumbers in South Carolina earn a median of $55,400 per year, about $27 per hour. That is roughly 10% below the national median. Most earn between $35,100 and $91,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in South Carolina?
- Among South Carolina's major metros, Columbia tends to pay plumbers the most, near $57,600 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in South Carolina?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in South Carolina is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Plumber pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for South Carolina by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.