Machinist Salary in Charleston, South Carolina

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How much does a Machinist make in Charleston, SC? The average Machinist salary in Charleston, SC is $55,666 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $49,316 and $62,996. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Diesel Engine Mechanic (Machinist)
Canadian National Railway - STEVENS POINT , WI
Qualified Rate : $33,34 Per hour. Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employ
- 6 days ago
Diesel Engine Mechanic (Machinist)
Canadian National Railway - FOND DU LAC , WI
Qualified Rate : $33,34 Per hour. Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employ
- 120 days ago
Craftsperson - Machinist 1st Shift
B. Braun US Device Manufacturing LLC - ALLENTOWN , PA
B. Braun Medical, Inc. Company. B. Braun US Device Manufacturing LLC. Job Posting Location. Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States. Functional Area. Production
- 1 day ago
FIELD MACHINIST
Atlas Machine And Supply - HARDINSBURG , KY
Job Description. This position will provide the Field Service Division to industrial equipment problems by repairing or modifying equipment in-house and on-site
- 28 days ago
CNC Machinist
Kelly Services - CLIFTON SPRINGS , NY
Job Description. At Kelly® Professional & Industrial, we’re seeking. CNC Machinists. to work for an actively growing Aerospace Manufacturer, in. Clifton Spri
- 3 days ago
CNC Machinist (Direct Hire)
Kelly Services - CLYDE , NY
Job Description. At Kelly® Professional & Industrial, we’re seeking. CNC Machinists (Direct Hire). to work for an actively growing Aerospace Manufacturer, in
- 16 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Machinist in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Machinist ranges from $49,316 to $62,996 with the average base salary of $55,666. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,024 to $64,257 with the average total cash compensation of $56,586.

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About Charleston, South Carolina    Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Cha....More

Charleston, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

Machinist Salary in popular cities: Columbia, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant

Skills associated with Machinist: Assembly, Machining

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