Salary Report for South Carolina Nurse Anesthetists
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Compare South Carolina to U.S.
South Carolina Nurse Anesthetists earn an average of $213,830 which is 5% more than the national average salary of $202,470.
| Type | South Carolina | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $102.81 | $97.34 | 5.62% |
| Average Annual Salary | $213,830 | $202,470 | 5.61% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In South Carolina, 50% of Nurse Anesthetists earn between $171,400 and $0 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn more than $0, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Anesthetists.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn under $155,030, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Anesthetists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 99 | Under $155,030 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 148 | $155,030 – $171,400 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 248 | $171,400 – $205,820 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 248 | $205,820 – $0 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 148 | $205,820 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 99 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Anesthetists in South Carolina nurses earn about $233,312 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $202,470.
Cost-of-living in South Carolina is 8% less than the national average, which means South Carolina residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Anesthetists tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($29,260), LPNs ($46,470), Registered Nurses ($69,580), Nursing Instructors ($71,630), and Nurse Practitioners ($102,850).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $213,830 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $102,850 |
| Nursing Instructors | $71,630 |
| Registered Nurses | $69,580 |
| LPNs | $46,470 |
| Nursing Assistants | $29,260 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in South Carolina the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (52,040), Nursing Assistants (19,620) and LPNs (11,010).
The three professions in South Carolina needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (54.8%), Nursing Instructors (24.4%) and Nurse Anesthetists (14.8%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 47,050 | 52,040 | 10.6% | 3,070 |
| Nursing Assistants | 17,920 | 19,620 | 9.5% | 2,440 |
| LPNs | 9,860 | 11,010 | 11.7% | 900 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 2,900 | 4,490 | 54.8% | 350 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 1,350 | 1,550 | 14.8% | 90 |
| Nursing Instructors | 860 | 1,070 | 24.4% | 110 |
Salaries Ranked by South Carolina Cities
The average salary for Nurse Anesthetists in South Carolina is $213,830. The top cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the most are Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin ($219,110), Upper Savannah South Carolina Nonmetropolitan Area ($209,350) and Columbia ($208,840).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the highest average annual salary are Upper Savannah South Carolina Nonmetropolitan Area ($249,672), Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin ($240,648) and Columbia ($228,715).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Anesthetists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Anesthetists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin | $219,110 | $240,648 | $21,538 |
| Upper Savannah South Carolina Nonmetropolitan Area | $209,350 | $249,672 | $40,322 |
| Columbia | $208,840 | $228,715 | $19,875 |
| Florence | $198,650 | $225,431 | $26,781 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $191,960 | $196,580 | $4,620 |
Salary FAQ for South Carolina Nurse Anesthetists
City and Rural Summaries
Charleston-North Charleston
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $191,960
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $196,580
Hourly Wage: $92.29
Currently Employed: 230
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.65
Charleston-North Charleston Salary Report
Columbia
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $208,840
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $228,715
Hourly Wage: $100
Currently Employed: 160
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.31
Columbia Salary Report
Florence
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $198,650
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $225,431
Hourly Wage: $95.51
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.12
Florence Salary Report
Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $219,110
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $240,648
Hourly Wage: $105
Currently Employed: 240
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.05
Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin Salary Report
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