South Carolina insurance regulator

The state office that licenses insurers and agents and handles consumer complaints. It can look into problems like claim delays or unfair treatment, but it does not act as your lawyer.

Links checked Sep 12, 2026. Sites change — tell us if a link is broken.

This is the least coverage the law requires. It often isn’t enough to pay for a serious accident, and anything above your limits can come out of your own pocket.

Bodily injury liability, per person

$25,000

Bodily injury liability, per accident

$50,000

Property damage liability

$25,000

Personal injury protection (PIP)

Not required

Uninsured motorist coverage

Required

UM is required at 25/50/25. UIM must be offered.

Source: South Carolina Code Title 38 Chapter 77 · S.C. Code Ann. § 38-77-140; § 38-77-150 · Reviewed Sep 13, 2026

These state-established programs cover homes that private insurers won’t. They’re meant as a last resort: coverage is often more limited and can cost more, so shop the private market and ask an agent first. Eligibility rules vary.

• South Carolina Wind and Hail Underwriting Association Wind and beach pool

  Wind and hail coverage only, for homes, mobile homes, townhouses and condo units.

  Where: Designated coastal areas of Beaufort, Colleton, Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties

  Claims: 800-236-1873

Checked against each program’s website on Sep 13, 2026. Reviewed Sep 13, 2026.

NFIP claims, 2016–2025

15,590

$449.6 million paid

NFIP claims in 2025

91

$2.1 million paid

Standard homeowners and renters policies usually don’t cover flood damage. These figures count only National Flood Insurance Program claims. See all states and how we calculate this

Source: FEMA OpenFEMA NFIP Redacted Claims. Not adjusted for inflation.