General Worker Salary in Columbia, South Carolina

How much does a General Worker make in Columbia, SC?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a General Worker in Columbia, SC is $34,600. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $25,568 to a high of $44,268, with most professionals earning between $29,872 and $39,660.

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Common responsibilities of a General Worker

Performs routine maintenance and cleaning for the grounds, facility, and equipment following all safety procedures and precautions.

December 04, 2022

Complete defined packaging schedule as assigned by supervisor or manager.

January 22, 2023

Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time.

March 16, 2023

Requires knowledge of building maintenance to include minor electrical repair, plumbing and routine preventative care of heating and air conditioning systems.

April 03, 2023

Maintains a good relationship with co-workers promoting a healthy, pleasant work environment, and works well with others to accomplish a task.

April 07, 2023

Report to manager regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress.

May 07, 2023

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Average Salary Range for General Worker in Columbia, SC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

29872

39660

34600

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

30511

40650

35138

What is the average salary for General Worker in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of General Worker in Columbia, SC. The base salary for General Worker ranges from $29,872 to $39,660 with the average base salary of $34,600. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,511 to $40,650 with the average total cash compensation of $35,138.

View Average Salary for General Worker as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$34,600	$29,872 - $39,660
Bonus	$538	$639 - $990
Total Pay	$35,138	$30,511 - $40,650

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

General Worker Salary Near Columbia, SC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,598 - $37,968	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,840 - $39,617	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $31,169 - $41,382	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,089 - $38,621	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,930 - $39,738	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,577 - $40,596	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC

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About Columbia, South Carolina

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...

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