South Carolina per diem ratesFY 2027 · 4 areas above the standard rate
South Carolina has 4 of the 295 areas whose per diem is above the standard rate in FY 2027, the same number as in FY 2021. Charleston has the highest full-year average lodging cap, 13th nationally, and Columbia the lowest. Caps change during the year in Charleston (high Mar–May), Hilton Head (high Jun–Aug) and Myrtle Beach (high Jun–Aug); the remaining area keeps one cap all year. The single highest monthly cap in South Carolina is $288 in Charleston (Mar–May). M&IE is $92 in Charleston; $80 in Hilton Head; $74 in Myrtle Beach and Columbia.
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South Carolina areas and the counties they cover
| Area | Counties / cities | Lodging cap | Full-year average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester | $218–$288 | $247 |
| Hilton Head | Beaufort | $132–$226 | $175 |
| Myrtle Beach | Horry | $113–$202 | $148 |
| Columbia | Richland, Lexington | $115 | $115 |
Other South Carolina counties use the standard $113 lodging and $68 M&IE. Work out a trip · Every state