South Carolina Paycheck Calculator

South Carolina has a graduated income tax with six brackets ranging from 0% to 6.4%, with the top rate applying to income over $17,330 in 2026. Like several other Southern states, South Carolina's top bracket kicks in at a relatively low income threshold, meaning most full-time workers pay near the top rate on the majority of their wages. The top rate was reduced from 7% in 2022 as part of a multi-year rate reduction plan targeting 6% by 2027.

South Carolina does not levy city income taxes in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, or any other municipality. The state graduated rate is the only sub-federal income tax on wages. South Carolina has no SDI program.

South Carolina has a standard deduction that mirrors federal amounts. Pre-tax 401(k) contributions reduce South Carolina taxable income through federal AGI conformity. South Carolina also offers a retirement income deduction — up to $15,000 for taxpayers 65 and older — which benefits retirees but not working employees.

Country

Gross income

$

United States settings

Take-home pay /2 wks

$2,824

$73,422 / year

$3,846

Gross /2 wks

$1,022

Total deductions

26.6%

Effective tax rate

22.0%

Marginal tax rate

Take-home73.4%
Take-home$73,422
Federal/Income tax$13,459
FICA / NI / CPP$7,650

Disclaimer

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Tax tables: 2026 IRS Publication 15-T | HMRC 2025-2026 | CRA 2026 | ATO 2025-2026 | Income Tax India FY 2025-26

Key Tax Facts

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South Carolina income tax: 0%–6.4% across six brackets.

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Top 6.4% rate applies above just $17,330 — most workers pay near this rate.

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Rate reducing from 7% (2022) to 6% by 2027 under multi-year plan.

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No city income taxes in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, or any SC city.

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No South Carolina SDI program.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are South Carolina's income tax rates?expand_more
South Carolina has six brackets: 0% (up to $3,460), 3% ($3,461–$6,920), 4% ($6,921–$10,380), 5% ($10,381–$13,840), 6% ($13,841–$17,330), and 6.4% above $17,330. The same brackets apply to all filing statuses. The top bracket begins at a low threshold, so most employed workers pay 6.4% on most of their wages.
Is South Carolina reducing its income tax rate?expand_more
Yes. South Carolina enacted H 4300 in 2022 to reduce the top income tax rate from 7% in stages. The rate is 6.4% in 2026 and scheduled to reach 6% by 2027, subject to revenue triggers. Further reductions depend on the state meeting economic growth benchmarks.
Does Charleston SC have a city income tax?expand_more
No. South Carolina municipalities cannot levy income taxes on wages. Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and all other SC cities have no local income tax. The state graduated rate is the only sub-federal income tax on South Carolina wages.

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