Income Assistance

South Carolina Unemployment Insurance

Weekly cash benefits for South Carolinians who lost their job through no fault of their own. Administered by the Department of Employment and Workforce. Most claimants receive benefits for up to 20 weeks.

Potential Benefit

Up to $326/week (~$17,000/year max)

Who Qualifies

Workers laid off through no fault of their own with sufficient base-period earnings

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