Sales Tax States
South Carolina

How 2023 Sales Tax are calculated in South Carolina

The state general sales tax rate of South Carolina is 6%. In addition to the state-level sales tax, cities and municipalities in South Carolina have the authority to levy their own sales tax rates. These local rates can add up to 1%, resulting in a combined maximum sales tax rate of 9% in certain regions.

Every 2023 combined rates mentioned above are the results of South Carolina state rate (6%), the county rate (0% to 1%), the South Carolina cities rate (0% to 1%), and in some case, special rate (0% to 2%).

Variations by Purchase Type

South Carolina's sales tax rate may vary depending on the type of purchase. Examples of taxable categories may include:

  • Consumer use tax
  • Rental tax
  • Sales tax
  • Sellers use tax
  • Lodgings tax


For comprehensive details, please refer to the official South Carolina government website.

South Carolina state rate(s) for 2023

Lowest possible rate: 6% (e.g., Borden, South Carolina)
Other common rates: 7% .8%,
Highest possible rate: 9% (Charleston, South Carolina)
Average combined rate across South Carolina: 7.591%

Other 2023 sales tax Facts for South Carolina

City sales taxes: 49 out of 386 cities (12.694%) in South Carolina impose a city sales tax.

ZIP code impact: 100 out of 553 ZIP codes (18.083%) in South Carolina.

South Carolina Regions & ZIP Codes

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