South Carolina Paycheck Calculator 2026

How South Carolina Taxes Affect Your Paycheck

South Carolina uses a progressive state income tax system from 0% to 6.4%.

In this estimate, the top marginal rate starts at $16,040+ taxable income.

South Carolina generally does not have broad local wage income taxes.

South Carolina Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Other South Carolina Payroll Taxes

South Carolina does not have a broad employee SDI payroll tax. State unemployment taxes are generally employer-paid.

Federal Taxes That Apply in South Carolina

In addition to South Carolina state taxes, your South Carolina paycheck is subject to federal taxes:

• Federal Income Tax: 10% to 37% based on your income and filing status
• Social Security Tax: 6.2% on income up to $176,100 (2026)
• Medicare Tax: 1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% additional Medicare tax on income over $200,000