Psychiatrists Salary in South Carolina
Psychiatrists in South Carolina earn a median of $237,250 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $237,250
- vs. U.S. median
- −16% ($281,870)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range in South Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $129,250; the top 10% earn over $308,430. Nationally the range is $84,060 to $446,520.
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Psychiatrists pay in South Carolina
How much do psychiatrists make in South Carolina?
The median is $237,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $129,250 and the top 10% earn over $308,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Carolina a good state for psychiatrists?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 46 (−16% vs. the national median of $281,870). Living costs are not included.