South Carolina Self-Employment Tax Calculator
Calculate your self-employment tax, federal income tax, and South Carolina state income tax as a freelancer or 1099 contractor. South Carolina has a progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 6.
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South Carolina has a progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 6.4%. The first $3,460 of income is taxed at 0%. Self-employed individuals in South Carolina pay federal self-employment tax (15.3%) plus federal income tax, and South Carolina state income tax on their net self-employment earnings.
Self-Employment Taxes in South Carolina
If you work as a freelancer or independent contractor in South Carolina, your tax situation involves multiple layers: federal self-employment tax, federal income tax, and South Carolina state income tax. Understanding how each component works helps you plan your quarterly estimated payments and maximize your deductions.
South Carolina Income Tax for Freelancers
South Carolina has a progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 6.4%. The first $3,460 of income is taxed at 0%.
Cost of Living for Freelancers in South Carolina
South Carolina's cost of living is about 8% below the national average. As a freelancer in South Carolina, your effective earnings depend not just on your tax rate but also on what your after-tax income can buy. Consider local costs for housing, coworking spaces, and daily expenses when setting your rates.
Financial Tips for South Carolina Freelancers
- South Carolina's 0% bracket on the first $3,460 provides a small tax break for all earners
- South Carolina has a low cost of living and is growing rapidly
- South Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits
- Charleston and Greenville-Spartanburg are growing job markets in tech and manufacturing
Key South Carolina Tax Features
- Progressive rates up to 6.4%
- 0% bracket on first $3,460
- No tax on Social Security
- Rapidly growing metro areas
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