South Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2026
South Carolina applies a flat-rate sales tax system under the South Carolina Sales and Use Tax framework. This calculator provides a simplified estimate based on the statewide component and does not reflect every situation that may apply in practice.
Estimates are shown for the 2026 tax year. In cases where official figures have not yet been finalized, calculations are based on the most recently available data and may be updated when final guidance is published.
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Estimated sales tax
Shows an estimated sales tax amount based on the configured rates.
South Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2026 – how it works
South Carolina’s general statewide sales tax is assessed at a flat rate rather than varying by price level. Under the South Carolina Sales and Use Tax system, the statewide component is the South Carolina state sales tax at 6.00%. A complementary statewide use tax applies under the same overall framework when sales tax is not collected at the time of purchase. South Carolina also authorizes additional local option sales taxes in certain jurisdictions, which can affect the total rate beyond the statewide component.
Examples
At the statewide level, a transaction subject to South Carolina state sales tax is calculated using the flat 6.00% rate. When only the statewide component applies, the tax amount is determined by applying 6.00% to the taxable sales price, and the total equals the sales price plus that tax amount. In jurisdictions with authorized local option sales taxes, the combined rate can be higher than the statewide component, and the resulting tax amount reflects the combined rate rather than the statewide rate alone.
Limitations and important notes
Results are simplified estimates and may not match the final tax due on a specific transaction. This estimate reflects the statewide South Carolina state sales tax at 6.00% and does not calculate any additional local option sales taxes that may be authorized in certain jurisdictions. It also does not determine whether a particular transaction is subject to sales tax or use tax under South Carolina rules. For official guidance and current details, refer to the South Carolina Department of Revenue.
FAQs about South Carolina Sales Tax Calculator 2026
What rate does this estimate reflect for South Carolina?
This estimate reflects the statewide component listed for South Carolina: the South Carolina state sales tax at 6.00%. The statewide sales tax is flat-rate based, meaning the same percentage applies to the taxable sales price when only the statewide component is considered. Additional local option sales taxes authorized in certain jurisdictions are not included in this estimate.
How does South Carolina sales tax relate to South Carolina use tax?
South Carolina’s system includes a general statewide sales tax and a complementary statewide use tax within the same overall framework. The use tax is generally relevant when sales tax is not collected at the time of purchase. This estimate focuses on the statewide rate component and does not determine whether a specific purchase is treated as sales tax or use tax under South Carolina rules.
Does this estimate include local option sales taxes in South Carolina?
No. South Carolina authorizes additional local option sales taxes in certain jurisdictions, which can increase the total rate beyond the statewide component. This estimate is limited to the statewide South Carolina state sales tax at 6.00% and does not calculate any additional local option sales taxes.
Why might an estimated amount differ from the tax charged on a receipt?
Differences can occur because this estimate is based only on the statewide South Carolina state sales tax rate of 6.00% and does not include additional local option sales taxes that may apply in certain jurisdictions. Differences can also arise depending on whether a transaction is treated under sales tax or the complementary use tax framework.
Is South Carolina sales tax calculated with brackets or tiers?
No. South Carolina’s statewide sales tax component is flat-rate based, meaning a single percentage is applied to the taxable sales price rather than changing across price levels. Additional local option sales taxes, where authorized, are added to the overall rate but are not brackets or tiers.
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Calculations are simplified and for guidance only. Always double-check results and current rules with official sources or a qualified professional before making financial decisions.