Isle of Palms Accommodations Tax Calculator
Estimate the tax on a short-term rental stay in Isle of Palms, SC (Charleston County). Rates come from the Coastal SC STR Rules tracker (14% total) and each one links to its official source.
Verified total: 14%. Every rate below is listed in the tracker with an official source, checked Oct 25, 2026.
Results
Isle of Palms short-term rental tax rates
| Tax | Rate |
|---|---|
| State sales tax (SCDOR) | 5% |
| Local option sales tax (SCDOR) | 1% |
| County transportation tax (SCDOR) | 1% |
| State accommodations tax (SCDOR) | 2% |
| County school tax (SCDOR) | 1% |
| Charleston County accommodations (Charleston County) | 2% |
| Isle of Palms accommodations (Charleston County) | 1% |
| Isle of Palms beach preservation fee (Charleston County) | 1% |
| Total | 14% (verified) |
Tracker note, quoted from the Coastal SC STR Rules dataset: "14% total: state sales 5%, local option 1%, county transportation 1%, state accommodations 2%, county school 1% (SCDOR); Charleston County accommodations 2%, IOP accommodations 1%, IOP beach preservation fee 1% (Charleston County)."
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 Isle of Palms?
14% 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 Isle of Palms?
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 Isle of Palms?
License fee due by Apr 30 each year. Violations are misdemeanors (up to $500 or 30 days).
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.isleofpalms.gov/building-and-planning/rental-licenses (tax rates, checked Oct 25, 2026)
- https://www.charlestoncounty.gov/departments/revenue-collections/local-accommodations-tax-application.php (tax rates, checked Oct 25, 2026)
- https://www.isleofpalms.gov/building-and-planning/rental-licenses (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 Isle of Palms: Isle of Palms STR rules.
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Estimates, not tax or financial advice. Confirm rates with SCDOR and your local tax office before filing.