Lieutenant Officer Salary in Columbia, SC

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How much does a Lieutenant Officer make in Columbia, SC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lieutenant Officer in Columbia, SC is $70,772. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $59,406 to a high of $86,080, with most professionals earning between $64,823 and $78,785.

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What is a Lieutenant Officer?

A Lieutenant Officer is a mid-level management position within a military or law enforcement organization. They are responsible for leading and supervising a team of officers or soldiers, ensuring that they are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties. Lieutenant Officers also play a key role in planning and executing missions, as well as maintaining discipline and morale within their unit. They may also be involved in administrative tasks such as budgeting, resource allocation, and personnel management. Additionally, they serve as a liaison between higher-ranking officers and the enlisted personnel, providing guidance and support to both. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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Average Salary Range for Lieutenant Officer in Columbia, SC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
64823
78785
70772

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
69263
89673
77942
What is the average salary for Lieutenant Officer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lieutenant Officer in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Lieutenant Officer ranges from $64,823 to $78,785 with the average base salary of $70,772. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,263 to $89,673 with the average total cash compensation of $77,942.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $70,772 $64,823 - $78,785
Bonus $7,170 $4,440 - $10,889
Total Pay $77,942 $69,263 - $89,673
* 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.

Lieutenant Officer Salary Near Columbia, SC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,057 - $75,424 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,752 - $78,699 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,637 - $82,205 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,124 - $76,720 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,949 - $78,938 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,353 - $80,644 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 Plai....More

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