South Carolina Earned Income Tax Credit Calculator 2026
Calculate your Earned Income Tax Credit in South Carolina (SC). South Carolina offers its own state EITC worth up to 125% of the federal credit (nonrefundable). Enter your income and family details to estimate your credit.
Note: South Carolina offers a nonrefundable credit equal to 125% of the federal EITC, capped at your state tax liability.
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South Carolina EITC Overview
South Carolina is one of the states that offers its own Earned Income Tax Credit on top of the federal EITC. The South Carolina state EITC is worth up to 125% of your federal credit amount and is nonrefundable.
Because the South Carolina EITC is nonrefundable, it can only reduce your state tax liability to zero but will not result in an additional refund beyond what you owe. This means the credit is most valuable for workers who have a state income tax balance. However, the federal EITC is fully refundable regardless of your state credit.
To claim the South Carolina state EITC, you must first qualify for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit. File your South Carolina state tax return and claim the state credit on the appropriate line or schedule. The state credit is typically calculated automatically when you file using tax software.
2025 Federal EITC Quick Reference
| Children | Max Credit | Income Limit (Single) | Income Limit (Married) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | $632 | $18,591 | $25,511 |
| 1 | $4,213 | $49,084 | $56,004 |
| 2 | $6,960 | $55,768 | $62,688 |
| 3+ | $7,830 | $59,899 | $66,819 |
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