Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How South Carolina compares
South Carolina's median is $49,080, $8,470 (14.7%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 35th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $64,620 or more and the bottom 10% under $30,770. That range is about as wide as the national one.
About 620 marine mechanics work in South Carolina, 2.7% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, South Carolina has 1.8 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: South Carolina vs. United States
South Carolina median $49,080
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | South Carolina annual | South Carolina hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $30,770 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $39,130 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $49,080 | $23.60 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $58,860 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $64,620 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $49,180 | $23.64 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in South Carolina
How much does a marine mechanic make in South Carolina?
The median is $49,080 a year, or $23.60 an hour (May 2025). The average is $49,180.
Is South Carolina a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 35th of 50, 14.7% below the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in South Carolina?
About 620.