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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Range Safety Officer in South Carolina is $70,449 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.
However, a Range Safety Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Range Safety Officer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $80,240 | $6,687 | $1,543 | $39 |
| Average | $70,449 | $5,871 | $1,355 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,891 | $5,158 | $1,190 | $30 |
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A Range Safety Officer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Range Safety Officer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Safety Re... Level Range Safety Officer | $64,315 |
| Range Saf... Level Range Safety Officer | $72,232 |
| Safety Re... Level Range Safety Officer | $88,526 |
| Safety Re... Level Range Safety Officer | $103,772 |
| Safety Re... Level Range Safety Officer | $130,379 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Range Safety Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Range Safety Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Range Safety Officer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Range Safety Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $77,494 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $77,494 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Internet | $77,494 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $77,494 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Software & Networking | $77,494 | $37.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Range Safety Officer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $80,240 | $6,687 | $1,543 | $39 |
| Average | $70,449 | $5,871 | $1,355 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $61,891 | $5,158 | $1,190 | $30 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Range Safety Officer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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