South Carolina Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate sales tax in South Carolina. Find state and local tax rates.
Updated April 2026Calculate Sales Tax in South Carolina
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Tax Breakdown
Total Amount$107.44
Tax Details
Pre-Tax Amount
$100.00
State Tax
6.00%$6.00
Local Tax
1.44%$1.44
Total Tax
$7.44
Effective Tax Rate7.44%
6.00%
State Rate
7.44%
Avg Combined
Yes
Local Tax
No
Grocery Taxed
South Carolina Sales Tax Rates
State Rate
6.00%
Avg. Local Rate
1.44%
Combined Rate
7.44%
Local rates vary by city and county. The combined rate shown uses the statewide average local rate.
Exemptions & Taxable Items
- • Groceries are exempt from sales tax
- • Clothing is subject to sales tax
- • Prescription medicine is generally exempt
Sales Tax Examples in South Carolina
| Purchase Price | Sales Tax | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $1.86 | $26.86 |
| $100.00 | $7.44 | $107.44 |
| $500.00 | $37.20 | $537.20 |
| $1,000.00 | $74.40 | $1,074.40 |
Based on the average combined state + local rate of 7.44%.
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