Scam by State
Scam alerts in South Carolina
FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024 data
FTC Consumer Sentinel data shows fraud reports and losses by state. Below are the figures for this state and how to protect yourself.
Last updated: March 2026
Total reports
68,000
Reports per 100k
1,312
Top category
Imposter Scams
Median loss
$500
Top fraud categories (state vs national)
Total reported losses in South Carolina: $265 million.
How to protect yourself in South Carolina
- Do not send money or gift cards to anyone who contacts you unsolicited.
- Verify contact information independently before sharing personal or financial details.
- Report fraud to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
- Contact your state Attorney General for state-specific resources.
Most reported scam type in South Carolina
Imposter Scams is the top category. Learn more about this scam type:
Scam type: Imposter Scams →