Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in South Carolina
State median
Public data$16.87/hr
≈ $35,090/year full-time
Pay distribution in South Carolina
25th percentile
$15.06
per hour
Median
$16.87
per hour
75th percentile
$17.90
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in South Carolina?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in South Carolina is $16.87/hr (about $35,090/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $15.06 and $17.90 per hour.
How does South Carolina compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
South Carolina pays 7% below the national median of $18.11/hr for nursing assistant (cna)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.