South Carolina has 20+ plasma donation centers serving 5.2 million residents. This 2026 guide covers the highest-paying centers in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, and across the Palmetto State.
South Carolina Plasma Market
Plasma centers across the Palmetto State
South Carolina Plasma Donation Overview
- 20+ plasma centers statewide
- Major metros: Columbia, Charleston, Greenville
- College towns: Columbia (USC), Clemson, Charleston
- Charlotte access: NC border cities can access Rock Hill centers
Columbia Metro 2026
Greater Columbia has 6+ plasma centers, popular with USC students.
Top Columbia Centers
| Center | Location | New Donor Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Octapharma | Columbia | $1,500 |
| BioLife | Multiple | $1,200 |
| CSL Plasma | Multiple | $1,000 |
| Grifols | Columbia area | $1,000 |
USC students: centers near campus get busy during football season and finals. Book ahead or try early morning appointments.
Charleston Metro 2026
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| BioLife | North Charleston - $1,200 bonus |
| CSL Plasma | Multiple - $1,000 bonus |
| Grifols | $1,000 bonus |
Charleston Area
- North Charleston: BioLife, CSL - easy parking
- West Ashley: Check availability
- Summerville: Growing area - new centers opening
- Mount Pleasant: Limited - drive to North Charleston
Greenville/Upstate 2026
The Upstate (Greenville/Spartanburg) has 6+ centers.
| BioLife Greenville | $1,200 bonus |
| CSL Plasma | Multiple - $1,000 |
| Grifols | Spartanburg - $1,000 |
Upstate Locations
- Greenville: BioLife, CSL Plasma
- Spartanburg: CSL, Grifols
- Anderson: CSL Plasma
- Near Clemson: Anderson/Greenville centers
2026 South Carolina Pay Rates
| Center | 1st Donation/Week | 2nd Donation/Week | Monthly Max | New Donor Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octapharma | $50-$70 | $80-$100 | $800 | $1,500 |
| BioLife | $45-$55 | $85-$110 | $880 | $1,200 |
| CSL Plasma | $50-$60 | $80-$100 | $800 | $1,000 |
| Grifols | $45-$55 | $70-$90 | $720 | $1,000 |
South Carolina Plasma Donation Tips
Maximize SC Earnings
- Compare Charlotte options - Rock Hill residents can access NC centers
- Start with Octapharma - Highest first-month bonus
- Use referrals - College towns = easy referral opportunities
- Summer tourists - Beach area centers less crowded off-season
SC-Specific Notes
- Hurricane season: Coastal centers may close during severe weather (June-Nov)
- Heat: Stay hydrated, especially in summer
- No state income tax on first $18,150: Low tax burden helps
Find South Carolina Centers Near You
Search 20+ plasma centers across South Carolina.
Find SC CentersOther SC Cities with Plasma Centers
- Rock Hill: 2 centers (Charlotte metro access)
- Myrtle Beach: 1-2 centers
- Florence: 1-2 centers
- Aiken: Augusta, GA centers nearby
Pay rates vary by location and are subject to change. Verify current rates with your local center.
Related Guides
- CSL Plasma Pay Rates 2026
- BioLife Plasma Pay Rates 2026
- Octapharma Plasma Pay Rates 2026
- Grifols Plasma Pay Rates 2026
- Plasma Donation Pay 2026
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