South Carolina / University of South Carolina
Agency file
The University of South Carolina operates a public higher-education institution — instruction, research, and student services.
In 2026, this agency had 5,807 employees with median total compensation of $81,863; the highest distinct record was $2,700,000.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2026 total compensation is spread across the 5,807 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($81,863) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $155,266 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $55,319. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 134
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Mary Nickel holds the role of Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,673.
Microbiologist I/University of South Carolina
Russell Inglett is a Microbiologist I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,647.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Gary Boughton holds the role of Athletics Coach at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,621.
Administrative Coordinator I/University of South Carolina
Courtney Starling is a Administrative Coordinator I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,611.
Hvac/Energy Management Systems Technicia/University of South Carolina
John Griffin holds the role of Hvac/Energy Management Systems Technicia at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,607.
IT Consultant I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, James Short serves as a IT Consultant I. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,576.
Trades Specialist IV/University of South Carolina
Justin Miller holds the role of Trades Specialist IV at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,570.
Program Coordinator I/University of South Carolina
Hannah Mellen works as a Program Coordinator I for University of South Carolina. Hannah earned $54,544 in 2026.
Student Services Program Coordinator II/University of South Carolina
Jennifer Mitchell holds the role of Student Services Program Coordinator II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,542.
Student Services Program Coordinator II/University of South Carolina
Philip Blackwell holds the role of Student Services Program Coordinator II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,511.
Administrative Coordinator I/University of South Carolina
Daniel Rumpf holds the role of Administrative Coordinator I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,510.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Erin Allegrino is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,500.
Program Coordinator II/University of South Carolina
Sterling Gibbs is a Program Coordinator II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,496.
Administrative Assistant/University of South Carolina
Ashley Richardson works as a Administrative Assistant for University of South Carolina. Ashley earned $54,496 in 2026.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Zeke Miller holds the role of Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,495.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Tyler Cater holds the role of Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,493.
Building/Grounds Supervisor I/University of South Carolina
Benjamin Williams is a Building/Grounds Supervisor I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,451.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Leigh Hall works as a Senior Instructor for University of South Carolina. Leigh earned $54,444 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Jacob Lafond works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Jacob earned $54,422 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Samuel Neely works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Samuel earned $54,422 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Valerie Curry works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Valerie earned $54,381 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Andrew Allorto works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Andrew earned $54,381 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Gustavo Obesorodriguez works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Gustavo earned $54,381 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Andres Arroyave holds the role of Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,381.
Lecturer/University of South Carolina
Lindsey Kim is a Lecturer at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,381.
Clinical Instructor/University of South Carolina
Cameron Massey works as a Clinical Instructor for University of South Carolina. Cameron earned $54,381 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Whitney Waites works as a Instructor for University of South Carolina. Whitney earned $54,381 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Aaron Dicker serves as a Instructor. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,381.
Lecturer/University of South Carolina
Allison Byxbe holds the role of Lecturer at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,381.
Program Coordinator I/University of South Carolina
Janine Rominger holds the role of Program Coordinator I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $54,378.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Yasmina Vallejosmoreno is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,357.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Brian Lewis works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Brian earned $54,325 in 2026.
IT Services Specialist III/University of South Carolina
Steven Jordan works as a IT Services Specialist III for University of South Carolina. Steven earned $54,322 in 2026.
Public Information Coordinator/University of South Carolina
Brian Alden works as a Public Information Coordinator for University of South Carolina. Brian earned $54,289 in 2026.
Public Information Coordinator/University of South Carolina
David Fox is a Public Information Coordinator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,289.
Alumni/Development Manager I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Caroline Earp serves as a Alumni/Development Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,282.
Building/Grounds Supervisor II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jesse Baumgarner serves as a Building/Grounds Supervisor II. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,260.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Ashley Ferguson is a Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $54,257.
Administrative Coordinator I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Natasha Greenhill serves as a Administrative Coordinator I. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,250.
IT Services Specialist III/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, William Blanks serves as a IT Services Specialist III. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,233.