South Carolina Congressional Districts 2026
South Carolina has 7 congressional seats in the US House of Representatives. Most competitive: SC-1 (Charleston, R lean).
South Carolina House Districts Overview
| District | Rating | Region / Key Area | 2024 Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC-1 | Republican lean | Charleston/Hilton Head | R+8 |
| SC-6 | Democratic | Columbia/majority-Black/Lowcountry | D+20 |
| SC-2 | Republican | Columbia suburbs/Aiken | R+20 |
| SC-5 | Republican | Upstate SC/Rock Hill | R+18 |
| SC-7 | Republican | Myrtle Beach/Pee Dee | R+22 |
District Analysis
South Carolina has 7 congressional seats. SC-1 in Charleston has become more competitive as the city grows and becomes more educated. Nancy Mace (R) holds SC-1 and has faced competitive races. SC-6 in the Midlands is a majority-Black district held by Jim Clyburn (D). All other seats are solidly Republican.
2026 Race Outlook
Most competitive districts in South Carolina for 2026: SC-1 (Charleston, R lean).
The 2026 midterm election will be held on November 3, 2026. Primary elections in South Carolina are typically held in the spring or summer of 2026. Candidates begin filing in late 2025 or early 2026, depending on South Carolina election law.