South Carolina Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your South Carolina paycheck after 2026 federal and state taxes. South Carolina uses graduated state income tax (top rate 6%). South Carolina conforms to a pre-OBBBA standard deduction ($8,350) as of Jan 2026, and the 6% top rate is scheduled to revert to 6.2% on July 1, 2026.
Last verified Oct 2026. Partly estimated South Carolina conforms to a pre-OBBBA standard deduction ($8,350) as of Jan 2026, and the 6% top rate is scheduled to revert to 6.2% on July 1, 2026.
- Income tax: South Carolina revenue agency; rates, brackets and deductions cross-checked with the Tax Foundation 2026 state table.
- Minimum wage and overtime: US DOL state table (July 1, 2026).
- Federal: IRS 2026, SSA wage base.
South Carolina take-home pay by hourly wage (40 h/week, single)
| Hourly | Gross / yr | Federal | FICA | State | Net / yr | Net biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7.25 | $15,080 | $0 | $1,154 | $93 | $13,834 | $532.06 |
| $15.00 | $31,200 | $1,564 | $2,387 | $715 | $26,534 | $1,020.55 |
| $18.00 | $37,440 | $2,313 | $2,864 | $1,089 | $31,174 | $1,198.99 |
| $20.00 | $41,600 | $2,812 | $3,182 | $1,339 | $34,267 | $1,317.95 |
| $25.00 | $52,000 | $4,060 | $3,978 | $1,963 | $41,999 | $1,615.35 |
| $30.00 | $62,400 | $5,308 | $4,774 | $2,587 | $49,732 | $1,912.75 |
| $40.00 | $83,200 | $9,474 | $6,365 | $3,835 | $63,526 | $2,443.32 |
| $50.00 | $104,000 | $14,050 | $7,956 | $5,083 | $76,911 | $2,958.12 |
South Carolina take-home pay by salary (single vs. married)
| Salary | Net (single) | Effective rate | Net (married, 1 income) | Monthly (single) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $25,642 | 14.5% | $27,415 | $2,136.84 |
| $40,000 | $33,077 | 17.3% | $35,418 | $2,756.42 |
| $50,000 | $40,512 | 19.0% | $43,053 | $3,376.01 |
| $60,000 | $47,947 | 20.1% | $50,628 | $3,995.59 |
| $75,000 | $58,250 | 22.3% | $61,781 | $4,854.13 |
| $100,000 | $74,337 | 25.7% | $80,368 | $6,194.76 |
| $125,000 | $90,361 | 27.7% | $98,956 | $7,530.05 |
| $150,000 | $105,948 | 29.4% | $115,843 | $8,829.01 |
| $200,000 | $138,084 | 31.0% | $148,979 | $11,507.01 |
South Carolina payroll rules at a glance (2026)
- Minimum wage: No state minimum wage law; federal $7.25/hr applies.
- Overtime: No state overtime law; the federal FLSA requires overtime after 40 hours per week. South Carolina overtime calculator.
- State income tax: 0.0%–6.0%.
- Federal: 2026 brackets 10%–37%, standard deduction $16,100 single / $32,200 married; Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500; Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% over $200k).
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 after taxes in South Carolina?
About $47,947 a year ($1,844.12 biweekly) for a single filer in 2026, using the standard deduction.
Does South Carolina have state income tax?
Yes. South Carolina taxes wages with graduated rates from 0.0% to 6.0%.
What is the South Carolina minimum wage in 2026?
No state minimum wage law; federal $7.25/hr applies
When is overtime paid in South Carolina?
No state overtime law; the federal FLSA requires overtime after 40 hours per week.
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Last updated October 10, 2026. How we calculate · Disclaimer