Lawyers salary in South Carolina
How much does a lawyer make in South Carolina?
The median lawyer in South Carolina earns $120,310 a year, and the mean is $144,700 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks South Carolina #36 of 51 states and is $39,360 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $120,310 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $144,700 |
| People employed | 7,890 |
| Rank among states (median) | #36 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- Iowa: $123,550 median
- New Hampshire: $120,810 median
- New Mexico: $119,680 median
- Maine: $113,120 median
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