Aerospace Engineers Salary in South Carolina
Aerospace Engineers in South Carolina earn a median of $137,030 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $137,030
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($134,960)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range in South Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,460; the top 10% earn over $170,150. Nationally the range is $86,700 to $205,890.
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Aerospace Engineers pay in South Carolina
How much do aerospace engineers make in South Carolina?
The median is $137,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,460 and the top 10% earn over $170,150. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Carolina a good state for aerospace engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 41 (+2% vs. the national median of $134,960). Living costs are not included.