How much do certain SC state employees get paid? Check out our state salary database

The state of South Carolina employs 58,190 individuals as of June 30 according to the South Carolina Department of Administration, with more than 35,000 workers earning a $50,000 annual salary or more. Who makes the most? What does the breakdown of the salaries look like?

You can find out below in this full database of state salaries of $50,000 or more. The South Carolina Freedom of Information Act allows compensation for employees with earnings equaling $50,000 or more annually to be released. Salaries under $50,000 are only available in ranges.

The top 10 highest-paid state employees all work for a state university, with the University of South Carolina claiming seven of the top 10 earners. The State reported in July that the top nine earners included college athletic positions, and only one of the top-paid employees is a woman.

To search for an individual employee, type their name into the search field.

This story was originally published September 12, 2023 at 5:30 AM with the headline "How much do certain SC state employees get paid? Check out our state salary database."