South Carolina Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your South Carolina income tax burden
Updated for 2023 tax year on Jul 18, 2023
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South Carolina state taxes
Quick South Carolina tax facts
- State income tax: 0% to 7%
- State sales tax: 6%
- Property tax: 0.57%
- Gas tax: 28.75 cents per gallon
- Tobacco tax: 57 cents per pack of cigarettes
- Insurance premium tax: 1.25%
From Wikipedia
South Carolina income taxes
South Carolina uses a progressive income tax system with six tax brackets. The rates range from 0% to 7%, with the highest rate applying to taxable income over $16,040.
Employers in South Carolina are responsible for unemployment insurance taxes, the rate of which is determined by the employer’s experience rating and the health of the state’s unemployment fund. On the other hand, South Carolina does not have local income taxes, relieving residents of extra tax burdens at the city or county level.
South Carolina’s standard deduction aligns with that of the federal. It also provides a personal exemption for taxpayers and dependents.
Calculate your income tax in South Carolina
Calculating your South Carolina state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our Federal income tax calculator:
- Determine your filing status
- Work out your adjusted gross income [Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income]
- Calculate your state taxable income [Adjusted gross income − (Standard/Itemized deductions + Exemptions) = State taxable income]
- Figure out your state/local tax liability [State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability]
State income tax brackets
Refer to Tax Foundation for more details.
| Tax year | Filing status | Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 - $3,330 | 0% |
| $3,330 - $16,680 | 3% | ||
| $16,680+ | 7% | ||
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 – $3,200 | 0% |
| $3,200 – $6,410 | 3% | ||
| $6,410 – $9,620 | 4% | ||
| $9,620 – $12,820 | 5% | ||
| $12,820 – $16,040 | 6% | ||
| $16,040+ | 7% | ||
| 2021 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 – $3,070 | 0% |
| $3,070 – $6,150 | 3% | ||
| $6,150 – $9,230 | 4% | ||
| $9,230 – $12,310 | 5% | ||
| $12,310 – $15,400 | 6% | ||
| $15,400+ | 7% | ||
| 2020 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 – $3,030 | 0% |
| $3,030 – $6,060 | 3% | ||
| $6,060 – $9,090 | 4% | ||
| $9,090 – $12,120 | 5% | ||
| $12,120 – $15,160 | 6% | ||
| $15,160+ | 7% |
State standard deduction
| Tax year | Filing status | Standard deduction amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$13,850 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $27,700 | |
| Head of Household | $20,800 | |
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,950 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $25,900 | |
| Head of Household | $19,400 | |
| 2021 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,550 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $25,100 | |
| Head of Household | $18,800 | |
| 2020 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,200 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $24,400 | |
| Head of Household | $18,350 |
State exemptions
| Tax year | Filing status | Personal exemption amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Dependent(s) | $4,430 |
| 2022 | Dependent(s) | $4,300 |
| 2021 | Dependent(s) | $4,260 |
| 2020 | Any | $0 |
South Carolina sales tax
South Carolina has a state sales tax rate of 6%. However, counties can levy additional local option sales taxes, meaning actual rates can reach 7% or 8% depending on where you make your purchase.
South Carolina property tax
The median property tax rate in South Carolina is quite favorable, at 0.57% of a home’s assessed value.
South Carolina capital gains tax
Capital gains in South Carolina are treated as regular income for tax purposes and are therefore subject to the same rates as the state income tax.
South Carolina gas tax
South Carolina levies a gas tax of 28.75 cents per gallon.
South Carolina tobacco tax
South Carolina’s tobacco tax is relatively low compared to other states, at just 57 cents per pack of 20 cigarettes.
South Carolina insurance tax
Insurance companies conducting business in South Carolina are subject to a 1.25% tax on their net premiums written in the state.
FAQs
How do I calculate my South Carolina income tax?
Calculate your South Carolina state income tax with the following six steps.
- Determine your filing status
- Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income
- Adjusted gross income − (Standard/Itemized deductions + Exemptions) = State taxable income
- State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability
How much is $51000 a year after taxes in South Carolina?
With an annual salary of $51,000, a single filing South Carolinian will have a income tax of $10,195.10. His/her take home pay will be $40,804.90.