Auto Body Labor Rates in South Carolina (2025)

South Carolina (SC) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in South Carolina are 4% below the national average ($ 72/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in South Carolina typically see a 8% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-4%
$72 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

-4%
$72 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

-2%
$108 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

-5%
$95 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

South Carolina vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $72/hr SC -4%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $72/hr SC -4%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $108/hr SC -2%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $95/hr SC -5%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($130-145), industry rate ratios

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