South Carolina sales tax calculator
South Carolina charges 6% state sales tax plus local taxes that average 1.486%, for a typical total of 7.486%. Add or back out the tax on any amount.
- ๐บ๐ธ US federal & state rules
- Rates as of January 1, 2026
- See sources
Sales tax
$7.49
7.486% in South Carolina (state 6% + average local 1.486%)
- Total with tax
- $107.49
- Rate
- 7.486%
This is an example. Enter your numbers above and press the button to see your own result.
South Carolina sales tax rates
| State rate | 6% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 1.486% |
| Combined average | 7.486% |
| Highest local rate | 3% |
| Groceries | exempt |
| Clothing | taxed |
- The local part is a population-weighted average for South Carolina. Your city or county rate can be higher or lower. Enter it under "my local rate" if you know it.
- Rates as of 2026-01-01, from the Tax Foundation and state revenue departments. Local rates change quarterly.
Show the math
| Price | $100.00 |
|---|---|
| Rate | 6% state + 1.486% local = 7.486% |
| Tax | $100.00 ร 7.486% = $7.49 |
What to do next
How it works
The state rate in South Carolina is 6%. Local sales taxes are added on top and average 1.486% across the state, so the calculator starts from 7.486%. If you know your city or county rate, enter it for an exact figure.
Groceries are exempt from state sales tax. Clothing is taxed. Pick the item type to apply those rules.
Things to keep in mind
Rates are as of 2026-01-01. Local rates change on the first day of a quarter, and special districts can add a fraction of a percent that the average does not capture. The state revenue department publishes the official rate lookup.
Vehicles, hotel stays, restaurant meals and alcohol often have their own rates or extra taxes. This calculator covers ordinary retail purchases.
Sources
Rules applied as of 2026-01-01. See the sources below for details.
- Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, 2026 (as of 2026-01-01, xlsx)Checked 2026-10-19
- Tax Foundation Facts & Figures 2026, Table 31 Sales Tax Treatment of Groceries (as of 2026-01-01)Checked 2026-10-19
- Tax Foundation 2026 Midyear (as of 2026-07-01) โ ์ฃผ์ธ ๋ณ๋ ์์, ์ง๋ฐฉ ์ํญ(NC +, WY -)Checked 2026-10-19
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in South Carolina?
The state rate is 6%. Local rates vary by city and county and average 1.486%, so most purchases are taxed around 7.486%. The highest local add-on is 3%.
Is food taxed in South Carolina?
Groceries are exempt from state sales tax. Restaurant meals and prepared food are taxed at the full rate.
Is clothing taxed in South Carolina?
Clothing is taxed.
How do I find the price before tax?
Switch to "I paid this total" and enter the receipt total. The calculator divides by 1 plus the rate. At 7.486%, a $100 total was about $93.04 before tax.