Edisto Beach Accommodations Tax Calculator
Estimate the tax on a short-term rental stay in Edisto Beach, SC (Colleton County). Rates come from the Coastal SC STR Rules tracker (12% total) and each one links to its official source.
Verified total: 12%. Every rate below is listed in the tracker with an official source, checked Oct 25, 2026.
Results
Edisto Beach short-term rental tax rates
| Tax | Rate |
|---|---|
| State sales tax (SCDOR) | 5% |
| Local option sales tax (SCDOR) | 1% |
| State accommodations tax (SCDOR) | 2% |
| Capital project sales tax (SCDOR) | 1% |
| Edisto Beach accommodations | 2% |
| Colleton County accommodations | 1% |
| Total | 12% (verified) |
Tracker note, quoted from the Coastal SC STR Rules dataset: "12% total: state sales 5%, local option 1%, state accommodations 2%, capital project sales 1% (SCDOR); Town accommodations 2%; Colleton County accommodations 1%."
How it works
Tax = taxable amount x the sum of the listed rates (plus any additional local rate you enter). Taxable amount = nightly rate x nights + other taxable charges.
FAQ
What is the accommodations tax rate in Edisto Beach?
12% in total for a short-term rental, per the Coastal SC STR Rules tracker (checked Oct 25, 2026). The breakdown and official sources are listed on this page.
Who collects accommodations tax in Edisto Beach?
State taxes (marked SCDOR) are filed with the South Carolina Department of Revenue. Local accommodations taxes are filed with the office named next to each rate; see the official sources below.
Do I need to register or renew a license in Edisto Beach?
License year May 1 to Apr 30; renewal notices late Feb or early Mar; payment due Apr 30.
Is this tax advice?
No. It is an estimate from public sources. Rates and rules change, so confirm with SCDOR and the local tax office.
Sources
- https://www.townofedistobeach.com/taxes (tax rates, checked Oct 25, 2026)
- https://www.townofedistobeach.com/building/licensing (registration and renewal, checked Oct 25, 2026)
Data from the Coastal SC STR Rules tracker, last verified Oct 25, 2026.
Zoning, permits, occupancy and parking rules for Edisto Beach: Edisto Beach STR rules.
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Estimates, not tax or financial advice. Confirm rates with SCDOR and your local tax office before filing.