South Carolina Minimum Wage 2026: $7.25/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: South Carolina Department of Labor

South Carolina has no state minimum wage law. The federal rate of $7.25/hr applies to all FLSA-covered employers.

Minimum Wage

$7.25

per hour

Tipped Wage

$2.13

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2009-07-24

Federal rate applies

South Carolina Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Federal FLSA only

South Carolina has no state overtime law. Federal FLSA rules apply.

Additional Information

South Carolina has no state minimum wage law. The federal rate of $7.25 applies to FLSA-covered employers.

Official source: South Carolina Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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