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South Carolina Sales Tax Calculator

The South Carolina state sales tax is 6%. Local taxes bring the average combined rate to 7.49% (up to 9%).

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State rate 6%; average with local taxes 7.49%. Enter your exact local rate if you know it.
Total with tax
$107.49
Price before tax$100.00
Sales tax$7.49
Total$107.49
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South Carolina sales tax on common amounts

PriceTax at 6% (state only)Tax at 7.49% (avg. combined)Total
$10.00$0.60$0.75$10.75
$50.00$3.00$3.74$53.75
$100.00$6.00$7.49$107.49
$500.00$30.00$37.45$537.45
$1,000.00$60.00$74.90$1,074.90
$5,000.00$300.00$374.50$5,374.50
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Rates at a glance

  • State rate: 6%
  • Average combined state + local rate: 7.49%
  • Highest combined rate: 9%
  • Groceries: Groceries are exempt from the state rate; some local taxes may apply.

Your exact rate depends on the city, county and special districts where you buy (or where an item is delivered). Check your receipt or your state revenue department's rate lookup, then enter the exact rate in the calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the sales tax rate in South Carolina?

The South Carolina state sales tax rate is 6%. With local taxes, the average combined rate is 7.49% and the highest is 9%.

Are groceries taxed in South Carolina?

Groceries are exempt from the state rate; some local taxes may apply.

How much is the tax on $100 in South Carolina?

At the average combined rate of 7.49%, tax on $100 is $7.49, for a total of $107.49.

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