The Ballot Brief
2026 Primary Elections

South Carolina Primary Election 2026

South Carolina's 2026 primary was held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The winners advance to the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Primary electionTuesday, June 9, 2026
Runoff (if needed)Tuesday, June 23, 2026
General electionTuesday, November 3, 2026

See exactly who is on your ballot — ZIP code is all you need

What's on the South Carolina primary ballot?

Primaries decide which candidates appear on the November ballot. Depending on where you live in South Carolina, your 2026 primary ballot can include U.S. Senate and U.S. House nominations, statewide offices, state legislative seats, and county or city contests. Enter your ZIP code above to see the exact races and candidates for your area — with bios, priorities, and campaign-finance data.

Key things to know

Browse the full South Carolina voter guide →

Primary dates are statutory dates compiled by the National Conference of State Legislatures and can change by legislative action. Always confirm with your state or local election office.