Starting a Business in South Carolina

LLC filing: $110 | Corp filing: $135 | Business-friendly score: 7/10

Business Environment at a Glance

7/10

Business-Friendly Score

0% - 6.4%

Income Tax

6%

State Sales Tax

$7.25

Minimum Wage

Business Filing Fees in South Carolina

ItemCostDetails
LLC Filing Fee $110 One-time, filed with Secretary of State
LLC Annual Fee $0 No annual fee required
Corporation Filing Fee $135 One-time, Articles of Incorporation
Corporation Annual Fee $25 Annual report/franchise tax

Tax Rates

State Income Tax0% - 6.4%
Corporate Tax Rate5%
State Sales Tax6%
Max Local Sales Tax3%
Minimum Wage$7.25/hr
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South Carolina Special Requirements

  • No annual report or fee required for LLCs
  • South Carolina Business License required at county/municipal level
  • Retail license required from SC Department of Revenue for sales tax
  • Workers compensation required for 4+ employees

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