Nuclear Technicians Salary in South Carolina
Nuclear Technicians in South Carolina earn a median of $108,490 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $108,490
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($110,240)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range in South Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $88,210; the top 10% earn over $124,190. Nationally the range is $73,150 to $133,600.
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Nuclear Technicians pay in South Carolina
How much do nuclear technicians make in South Carolina?
The median is $108,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $88,210 and the top 10% earn over $124,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Carolina a good state for nuclear technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 14 (−2% vs. the national median of $110,240). Living costs are not included.