2026 Per Diem Calculator for South Carolina
When traveling for business in South Carolina, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in South Carolina
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in South Carolina. Here are the per diem rates that apply in South Carolina when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Charleston | Charleston / Berkeley / Dorchester | $218 | $218 | $288 | $288 | $288 | $244 | $244 | $244 | $244 | $244 | $218 | $218 |
Columbia | Richland / Lexington | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 |
Hilton Head | Beaufort | $118 | $118 | $193 | $193 | $193 | $215 | $215 | $215 | $163 | $163 | $118 | $118 |
Myrtle Beach | Horry | $110 | $110 | $110 | $132 | $132 | $182 | $182 | $182 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in South Carolina
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Charleston | Charleston / Berkeley / Dorchester | $246 | $97 | $343 |
Columbia | Richland / Lexington | $115 | $79 | $194 |
Hilton Head | Beaufort | $169 | $85 | $254 |
Myrtle Beach | Horry | $132 | $79 | $211 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to South Carolina
Per diem rates in South Carolina can differ by destination and, in some markets, by month. Before booking, compare the city rate in this calculator with your company’s corporate travel policy—including any hotel cap, booking-channel rule, or approval requirement.
Where business travelers stay in South Carolina
For a trip involving Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach, travelers building an itinerary around a venue or arrival point can compare hotels near Myrtle Beach Convention Center with the per-diem rate for that market. Location, transfer time, and an early departure can matter as much as the nightly price.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in South Carolina, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Manufacturing: Includes automotive, aerospace, and machinery.
- Tourism: Attractions include beaches, historic sites, and cultural events.
- Agriculture: Major producer of crops like soybeans, corn, and peaches.
- Healthcare: Major medical centers and healthcare services.
- Retail: Includes both national chains and local retailers.
- Technology: Growing sector, with a focus on software and tech startups.
- Education: Home to universities like the University of South Carolina and Clemson University.
- Energy: Includes both traditional and renewable energy sources.
- Construction: Includes residential and commercial development.
- Finance: Includes banking and financial services.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- Denny’s (Spartanburg): Operates a chain of restaurants.
- Gibbs International (Charleston): Provides logistics and transportation services.
- Nucor Corporation (Charleston): Major steel manufacturer.
- Medical University of South Carolina (Charleston): Provides healthcare services and medical research.
- Sonoco Products Company (Hartsville): Provides packaging solutions.
- HanesBrands Inc. (Winston-Salem): Major apparel manufacturer.
