Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in South Carolina (2026)

Complete salary breakdown for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)s in South Carolina, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.

Median Salary
$56710
Hourly Rate
$27.26
Salary Range
$45670 - $77870
Compared to National Average
-5.1%
Compared to State Average
Varies by region

Salary by Experience

Salary Range

Base$56,710
10th$41,103
25th$42,245
50th$45,670
75th$49,095
90th$50,237

Salaries by Experience Level

Experience LevelSalary
Entry Level$45,670
Mid Career$56,710
Experienced$77,870

Salary by City

CityMetro AreaMedian Salary90th PercentileCost of Living Index
Charleston-North CharlestonCharleston-North CharlestonCharleston-North Charleston5800075400100
ColumbiaColumbiaColumbia5500071500100
Greenville-Anderson-MauldinGreenville-Anderson-MauldinGreenville-Anderson-Mauldin5600072800100

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