Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in South Carolina
State median
Public data$24.10/hr
≈ $50,128/year full-time
Pay distribution in South Carolina
25th percentile
$21.38
per hour
Median
$24.10
per hour
75th percentile
$29.78
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in South Carolina?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in South Carolina is $24.10/hr (about $50,128/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $21.38 and $29.78 per hour.
How does South Carolina compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
South Carolina pays 3% below the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.