SOC 11-3021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Computer and Information Systems Managers — Northeastern South Carolina
Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area · 8 metro areas compared
At $130,620, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Computer and Information Systems Managers, 25.4% beneath the national figure of $175,140.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $130,620, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Computer and Information Systems Managers, 25.4% beneath the national figure of $175,140. Pay ranges from under $92,180 at the tenth percentile to more than $192,590 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $106,470 to $163,780.
Employment stands at 50, or 0.7 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Charleston records the highest median at $167,000. Of the 268 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 7th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,180 | −47.4% |
| 25th | $106,470 | −39.2% |
| Median (50th) | $130,620 | −25.4% |
| 75th | $163,780 | −6.5% |
| 90th | $192,590 | +10.0% |
| Mean | $139,190 | −20.5% |
Other metro areas in South Carolina
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charleston | $167,000 | 940 | |
| 2 | Greenville | $161,180 | 870 | |
| 3 | Spartanburg | $158,660 | 250 | |
| 4 | Hilton Head Island | $144,990 | 60 | |
| 5 | Columbia | $141,570 | 990 | |
| 6 | Myrtle Beach | $140,200 | 100 | |
| 7 | Florence | $138,120 | 140 | |
| 8 | Sumter | $137,690 | 40 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Northeastern South Carolina run 6.3% below the national average, so the median of $130,620 goes as far as $139,402 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 20.4% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$130,620as reported by BLSLocal price level
93.7US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$139,402US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $130,620 a year, 25.4% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $92,180 to $192,590 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 50 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Charleston, at $167,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Northeastern South Carolina, SC?
The median annual wage is $130,620, or $62.80 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $175,140, so pay in Northeastern South Carolina, SC is 25.4% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Northeastern South Carolina, SC earns more than $192,590 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $92,180 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Charleston, at $167,000 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 50 jobs in this occupation in Northeastern South Carolina, SC. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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