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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in South Carolina
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in South Carolina?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$53,940
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.6% vs 2024
$55,890
Mean Salary
$53,940
Median Salary
$25.93
Hourly Rate
5,770 people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by percentile in South Carolina
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina earn a median salary of $53,940 per year ($4,495/month).
This is 21.3% below the national average of $68,560.
South Carolina ranks #47 out of 51 states for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay.
Approximately 5,770 people work in this occupation across South Carolina.
Salaries decreased by 1.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.
Top Skills
Installation
4.75
Critical Thinking
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.38
Quality Control Analysis
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.73
Building and Construction
4.65
Customer and Personal Service
4.45
English Language
4.07
Engineering and Technology
4.01
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(43.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina range from $37,660 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,780 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,400 and $64,000.
Median $53,940
P10: $37,660P25: $46,400P75: $64,000P90: $75,780
10th
$37,660
25th
$46,400
Median
$53,940
75th
$64,000
90th
$75,780
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,660
$18.11
$3,138
25th Percentile
$46,400
$22.31
$3,866
Median (50th)
$53,940
$25.93
$4,495
75th Percentile
$64,000
$30.77
$5,333
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,780
$36.43
$6,315
Note: The mean (average) salary of $55,890 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#47
South Carolina ranks #47 of 51 states
$68,560
National avg. for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in South Carolina?
The median annual salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina is $53,940 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $55,890.
What is the salary range for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina?
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina range from $37,660 at the 10th percentile to $75,780 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,400 and $64,000.
What is the starting salary for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina?
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions in South Carolina typically start around $37,660 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,400 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,770 people are employed as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina.
What is the hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in South Carolina is approximately $25.93 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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