Chief Executives Salary in South Carolina
Chief Executives in South Carolina earn a median of $168,840 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $168,840
- vs. U.S. median
- −21% ($213,990)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 1,740
Pay range in South Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,760; the top 10% earn over $393,490. Nationally the range is $75,700 to $507,730.
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Chief Executives pay in South Carolina
How much do chief executives make in South Carolina?
The median is $168,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,760 and the top 10% earn over $393,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Carolina a good state for chief executives?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 46 (−21% vs. the national median of $213,990). Living costs are not included.