How South Carolina taxes your paycheck in 2026
South Carolina taxes income at 0%, 3% and 6%, with the top rate starting at $18,230 of taxable income.
- Most workers pay 6% on their income above $18,230 of taxable income. The top rate was temporarily cut from 6.2% to 6% through mid-2026, and lawmakers are considering further changes — check the latest rate with the SC Department of Revenue.
- South Carolina starts from federal taxable income. This estimate assumes the federal standard deduction ($16,100 single), which depends on the state updating its federal conformity.
- South Carolina cities don't tax wages.
South Carolina 2026 income tax brackets
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | $0 – $3,640 | $0 – $3,640 |
| 3% | $3,640 – $18,230 | $3,640 – $18,230 |
| 6% | Over $18,230 | Over $18,230 |
Brackets apply to taxable income, after the state standard deduction.
Take-home pay in South Carolina at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | South Carolina taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,542 | $1,290 | $778 | 16.1% |
| $60,000 | $48,412 | $1,862 | $1,978 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 | $58,715 | $2,258 | $2,878 | 21.7% |
| $100,000 | $74,802 | $2,877 | $4,378 | 25.2% |
| $150,000 | $106,413 | $4,093 | $7,378 | 29.1% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in South Carolina earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,258 per paycheck, or $58,715 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and South Carolina taxes $2,878.
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This calculator estimates your yearly tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks. Your employer's withholding depends on your W-4 and state forms, so individual paychecks can differ slightly. It doesn't include tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit.
Common questions
What is South Carolina's income tax rate?
0% on the first $3,640 of taxable income, 3% up to $18,230 and 6% above that.
Is South Carolina lowering its income tax?
The state has cut its top rate several times and continues to consider reductions.
Do South Carolina cities have income tax?
No. Only the state income tax applies.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in South Carolina?
About $58,715 a year, or $2,258 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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