Teachers in South Carolina make on average around $55,000 to $61,000 per year depending on experience and education level for the 2024-2025 and 2025 school years. Starting salaries for teachers with a bachelor's degree begin at about $47,500 to $52,000, with higher starting pay for those holding a master's degree (around $50,000 to $59,000). With more years of experience and advanced degrees, salaries can increase to approximately $70,000 or more. Specifically, the average teacher salary is reported as approximately $55,204 to $55,821, with salaries ranging typically from about $38,000 to $79,000 or higher. High school teachers tend to earn slightly more, with averages reported near $51,400 to $63,700 annually. According to the latest data from sources such as the South Carolina Department of Education and Salary.com for 2025:

• Starting salary with bachelor's degree: $47,500 to $52,000
• Average teacher salary: around $55,200 to $61,000
• Experienced teachers with advanced degrees can earn up to $70,000 - $84,000
• High school teachers average around $51,000 to $63,000 per year

South Carolina ranks around 30th to 36th nationally in average teacher salary. Teacher pay scales depend on education and years of service, with annual increases (steps) and additional compensation for advanced degrees.