South Carolina Tax Tables for 2016
The 2016 South Carolina Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the South Carolina State Tax Calculator 2016.
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South Carolina Tax Tables for 2016
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for South Carolina in 2016. South Carolina uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2016)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in South Carolina for 2016. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 2,920.00 | 0% |
| 2 | $ 2,920.00 to $ 5,840.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,840.00 to $ 8,760.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 8,760.00 to $ 11,680.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 11,680.00 to $ 14,600.00 | 6% |
| 6 | $ 14,600.00 and over | 7% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2016)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in South Carolina for 2016. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 2,920.00 | 0% |
| 2 | $ 2,920.00 to $ 5,840.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,840.00 to $ 8,760.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 8,760.00 to $ 11,680.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 11,680.00 to $ 14,600.00 | 6% |
| 6 | $ 14,600.00 and over | 7% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2016)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in South Carolina for 2016. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 2,920.00 | 0% |
| 2 | $ 2,920.00 to $ 5,840.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,840.00 to $ 8,760.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 8,760.00 to $ 11,680.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 11,680.00 to $ 14,600.00 | 6% |
| 6 | $ 14,600.00 and over | 7% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2016)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in South Carolina for 2016. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 2,920.00 | 0% |
| 2 | $ 2,920.00 to $ 5,840.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,840.00 to $ 8,760.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 8,760.00 to $ 11,680.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 11,680.00 to $ 14,600.00 | 6% |
| 6 | $ 14,600.00 and over | 7% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2016)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in South Carolina for 2016. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 2,920.00 | 0% |
| 2 | $ 2,920.00 to $ 5,840.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,840.00 to $ 8,760.00 | 4% |
| 4 | $ 8,760.00 to $ 11,680.00 | 5% |
| 5 | $ 11,680.00 to $ 14,600.00 | 6% |
| 6 | $ 14,600.00 and over | 7% |
South Carolina Standard Deduction(2016)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $6,300 |
| Married filing jointly | $12,600 |
| Married filing separately | $6,300 |
| Head of household | $9,300 |
| Widowed | $12,600 |
South Carolina Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and South Carolina updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
How are stock RSUs/option exercises taxed by South Carolina?
When RSUs vest or options are exercised, the income is usually W-2 wages taxable by SC if sourced to work performed in the state. Capital-gain portions later may receive SC’s long-term gain exclusion—estimate with Schedule D.
Can I project next year’s SC taxes?
Yes—switch the tax year in the calculator to see how bracket changes and inflation adjustments could alter your withholding and refund/due.
Does SC offer any teacher/school-related benefits?
Some educator expenses may qualify federally; SC has its own rules for adjustments/credits. Check the SC modifications list in the return tool.
Are moving expenses deductible for SC?
Generally not, unless qualifying military moves. SC follows its own modification rules; most taxpayers won’t see a state deduction for moving costs.
Should I use Roth or Traditional in 2016?
Traditional deferrals reduce current SC/federal taxes; Roth doesn’t but can yield tax-free withdrawals later. Compare with our Roth vs Traditional tool, then re-run this page to see take-home changes.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.