South Carolina Paystub Generator — Free & Instant

Create accurate paystubs for South Carolina employees with Progressive 6.4% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

South Carolina Tax Overview (2026)

6.4%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
6.4%
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a South Carolina Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
South Carolina State Income Tax 6.4% State Progressive rate • Std deduction: $14,600

South Carolina Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
0% $0 – $3,460
3% $3,460 – $17,330
6.2% $17,330 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About South Carolina Payroll

South Carolina simplified its income tax to essentially a 0%/3%/6.2% structure in recent reforms. The state has no local income taxes.

South Carolina uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 6.4%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, South Carolina workers typically see 4 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide a written or electronic statement of deductions with each pay.

Pay Frequency Rules

No state law mandating pay frequency, but employers must establish regular paydays.

South Carolina Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a South Carolina paystub?

A typical South Carolina paystub includes 4 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), South Carolina State Income Tax (6.4%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the South Carolina state income tax rate?

South Carolina has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 0% to 6.2%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the South Carolina DOR for exact rates.

What is the minimum wage in South Carolina?

The current minimum wage in South Carolina is $7.25 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this South Carolina paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free South Carolina paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a South Carolina paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

South Carolina Minimum Wage

$7.25
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 6.4% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Std Deduction: $14,600 (single)
  • Total Deductions: 4 line items

Did You Know?

South Carolina simplified its income tax to essentially a 0%/3%/6.2% structure in recent reforms. The state has no local income taxes.

Official Resources

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