South Carolina’s Department of Social Services guidelines, in the 2024 edition under Regulations 114-4700, use three worksheets — A, B, and C — with a graduated blend for custody between 110 and 127 overnights rather than a single cutoff. A $1,010.50 self-support reserve is protected for the paying parent.
Key facts
| Model | Income shares — Regs. 114-4700 (2024 ed.) |
|---|---|
| Worksheets | A, B, and C |
| Graduated custody blend | 110–127 overnights |
| Self-support reserve | $1,010.50/month |
Official source: https://dss.sc.gov/child-support/calculator/
Custody arrangements covered
- Worksheet A
- Worksheet B
- Worksheet C, including the 110–127-overnight graduated blend
Frequently asked questions
What edition of the South Carolina guidelines is current?
The 2024 edition, under DSS Regulations 114-4700.
How does South Carolina handle overnight counts near the custody cutoff?
Through a graduated blend between 110 and 127 overnights, rather than a hard cutoff.
What is South Carolina’s self-support reserve?
$1,010.50/month.
How many worksheets does South Carolina use?
Three — A, B, and C.
Update history
- — South Carolina went live under the 2024 edition of the DSS guidelines, with Worksheets A, B, and C, the 110–127-overnight graduated blend, and a $1,010.50 self-support reserve.
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