Medical Bills — Can''t Pay — South Carolina

Medical Bills — Can''t Pay in South Carolina

Healthcare in South Carolina: Medicaid not expanded — adult eligibility at 67.0% FPL. Children: 208.0% FPL. CHIP: 208.0% FPL. If you're uninsured, most South Carolina hospitals must offer charity care. Average electric bill: $155/mo gives context for overall cost burden. Medicaid portal: https://scdhhs.gov/

SNAP Benefits in South Carolina

South Carolina uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE), with a gross income limit of 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The maximum monthly SNAP benefit for a household of 4 in South Carolina is $975. You can apply online at https://dss.sc.gov/ or by calling 211.

Medicaid in South Carolina

South Carolina has not expanded Medicaid (State Medicaid). This state has not expanded Medicaid Apply at https://scdhhs.gov/.

Unemployment Benefits in South Carolina

South Carolina pays unemployment insurance of between $42 and $350 a week, with benefits payable for up to 20 weeks on a claim filed today. Those are statutory limits — your own amount depends on your base-period wages. South Carolina requires an unpaid waiting week before payments begin. See the full South Carolina unemployment benefit figures, or apply at https://dew.sc.gov/.

South Carolina Wage Information

The minimum wage in South Carolina is $7.25/hour ($2.13/hour for tipped workers). The median household income is $64,115. South Carolina has a state income tax with a top rate of 6.4%.

Tenant Rights in South Carolina

South Carolina requires landlords to give 5 days notice for nonpayment of rent before filing for eviction. The typical eviction process takes approximately 30 days. Free legal aid is available at https://sclegal.org/.

Rent in South Carolina

The median rent in South Carolina is approximately $1,119/month for a 1-bedroom and $1,450/month for a 2-bedroom apartment. South Carolina does not have rent control.

Important Notes for South Carolina Residents

The data shown above is based on publicly available information and is updated regularly. Benefit amounts, eligibility rules, and legal requirements can change. Always verify current information with your local South Carolina agencies before making important decisions. This calculator provides estimates — not guaranteed outcomes.