# Voters Approve Local Sales Tax; County Sets May 2027 Start

> The county says the one-percent tax will begin May 1, with most revenue dedicated to property-tax credits.

By GTC News Team

Published: 2026-11-08T20:19:22-05:00
Source date: 2026-11-04
Event or coverage date: November 3, 2026
Canonical: https://georgetowncountynews.com/news/voters-approve-local-option-sales-tax/

Georgetown County voters approved the Local Option Sales Tax referendum on November 3, according to a county announcement released the following day. The county says collections will begin May 1, 2027.

The county describes a one-percent tax on eligible purchases. It says 71 percent of receipts will fund property-tax credits, while the balance goes to county and municipal operations under the state distribution formula.

The first credits will reflect a partial collection year. The county says it will work with state agencies and municipalities on implementation and release more details as preparations continue.

## Sources

- [Georgetown County official release](https://gtcountysc.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/795)

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