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Computer Hardware Engineers average salary by city in South Carolina
- Charleston$129,420
- Columbia$128,250
- Greenville$123,560
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | $129,420 | $133,430 | $105,980 | $93,948 | 101 |
| Columbia | $128,250 | $129,830 | $106,590 | $93,209 | 94 |
| Greenville | $123,560 | $119,670 | $94,990 | $90,248 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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 17-2061.
- 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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