South Carolina paycheck Calculator
South Carolina applies progressive state income tax on top of federal withholding and FICA.
Gross (per period)
$2,308
Net (per period)
$1,844
Effective tax rate
20.1%
| Item | Per period | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,308 | $60,000 |
| Federal income tax | $193 | $5,021 |
| Social Security | $143 | $3,720 |
| Medicare | $33 | $870 |
| SC state income tax | $94 | $2,443 |
| Net pay | $1,844 | $47,946 |
Deductions breakdown (per period)
- Federal income tax
- Social Security
- Medicare
- SC state income tax
Example: $60,000 salary, single, biweekly
Gross $2,308 per paycheck → estimated net $1,844 ($47,946 per year). Effective tax rate 20.1%.
How South Carolina taxes your paycheck
Federal withholding uses IRS Pub. 15-T percentage-method tables for 2026. FICA includes Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%, plus Additional Medicare on high earners). See our federal tax explainer for details.
South Carolina uses graduated rates with a $8,350 standard deduction for single filers ($16,700 married filing jointly) in 2026.
SC state brackets (single)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $3,640 | 0.000% |
| $3,640 – $18,230 | 3.000% |
| $18,230 – and above | 6.000% |
Take-home pay examples
| Annual salary | Net (annual) | Net (biweekly) |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,077 | $1,272 |
| $60,000 | $47,947 | $1,844 |
| $80,000 | $61,467 | $2,364 |
| $100,000 | $74,337 | $2,859 |
| $150,000 | $105,948 | $4,075 |
$60,000 take-home vs neighboring states
- North Carolina: $48,505 net (single, annual estimate)
- Georgia: $47,899 net (single, annual estimate)
FAQs
- Does South Carolina have state income tax on wages?
- Yes. South Carolina withholds state income tax using progressive brackets on taxable wages after the state standard deduction where applicable.
- What is taken out of a SC paycheck besides federal tax?
- Social Security (6.2% up to the wage base), Medicare (1.45%, plus Additional Medicare on high earners), and SC state income tax, then any local or program deductions.
- How accurate is this South Carolina paycheck calculator?
- This tool uses published 2026 rates and IRS Pub. 15-T percentage-method federal withholding. Actual withholding can differ based on your W-4, bonuses, local residency, and employer policies. It is an estimate, not tax advice.