Travel Nurse Pay in South Carolina
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for South Carolina. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in South Carolina
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in South Carolina, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Same state assignment. You'll pay 7% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$72.53
Based on 36 hours in SC.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,611
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,512
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$469
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,142
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$27,850
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$55,699
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$111,399
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,142
per week
Taxes
$469
per week
Total Gross: $2,611 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in South Carolina
$1,000
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$1,970
Your stipend covers rent with $1,970 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in South Carolina
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. South Carolina's cost of living is lower than the national average by 4.2 points.
Housing Cost: Low
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in South Carolina
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in South Carolina. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$42/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,680
Annual
$87,360
GSA Per Diem Rates for South Carolina
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in South Carolina.
Tax Information for South Carolina
Cost of Living in South Carolina
Cost of Living Index
95.8
Below national average
Housing
Low
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in South Carolina
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in South Carolina. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Charleston
Avg Pay: $44/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Columbia
Avg Pay: $43/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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Greenville
Avg Pay: $42/hr
Est. Rent: $1,000/mo
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South Carolina Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for South Carolina:
ICU
~$46/hr in SC
Very High DemandER
~$45/hr in SC
Very High DemandOR
~$47/hr in SC
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$44/hr in SC
High DemandMed-Surg
~$42/hr in SC
Very High DemandPACU
~$45/hr in SC
High DemandTop Hospitals in South Carolina
- Medical University of South Carolina
- Prisma Health
- Roper St. Francis Healthcare
Nursing License Requirements for South Carolina
Cost of Living in South Carolina
Average 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
Cost of Living Index
95.8
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in South Carolina. Consider that rent in South Carolina is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in South Carolina?
Travel nurses in South Carolina typically earn between $37 and $52 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $42/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $46-61 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for South Carolina?
The GSA per diem rates for South Carolina are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is South Carolina tax-friendly for travel nurses?
South Carolina has a state income tax rate of 7%, making it less tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in South Carolina?
The cost of living index in South Carolina is 95.8, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in South Carolina?
South Carolina is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.