Sales Tax in South Carolina
- Sales tax in South Carolina is 6%. Some counties add up to 3% local tax. You must collect sales tax if you meet nexus thresholds. Pay sales tax online using MyDORWAY. Exempt sales include prescription medicines, groceries, gasoline. Contact the Department of Revenue with questions.
Where to Pay Sales Tax in SC
- You must collect sales tax if you meet nexus thresholds in South Carolina. The total tax rate can be as high as 9%, depending on the county. Most goods and some services are subject to sales tax in the state. However, prescription medicines, groceries, and gasoline are exempt.
To pay your sales tax online, use the SCDOR’s free portal MyDORWAY. You can pay using a credit card or electronic check. If you owe $15,000 or more per filing period, you must pay electronically.
Have questions? Contact the SCDOR:
- By phone: 1-844-898-8542, Option 3, then Option 3
- By email: [email protected]
The SCDOR can answer questions about nexus requirements, filing sales tax returns, and more. They are the experts on South Carolina sales tax rules and administration.