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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in South Carolina
- Charleston$72,430
- Spartanburg$69,600
- Columbia$67,710
- Hilton Head Island$67,080
- Greenville$66,380
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $72,430 | $68,460 | $57,730 | $57,298 | 101 |
| Spartanburg | $69,600 | $63,200 | $50,810 | $55,494 | 91 |
| Columbia | $67,710 | $64,110 | $51,530 | $54,290 | 94 |
| Hilton Head Island | $67,080 | $60,880 | $48,590 | $53,889 | 98 |
| Greenville | $66,380 | $62,480 | $47,470 | $53,431 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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