Voter files by state
How to get the South Carolina voter file
In South Carolina, a registered South Carolina voter must buy the list. A statewide list costs up to $2,500.
Facts checked October 1, 2026 from official sources.
The South Carolina voter file at a glance
| Who provides it | The South Carolina State Election Commission |
|---|---|
| Who can get it | Registered South Carolina voters only. An out-of-state campaign needs a South Carolina voter to buy it. |
| Cost | $25 for up to 5,000 records, rising with size, up to $2,500. A U.S. House district is $1,200. |
| Vote history included | Yes |
| Format | A text file by download, or on a flash drive or DVD. |
| How to request | Order online through the state's voter data portal. First-time buyers can call 803-734-9060 for help. |
| Rules for use | No business sales pitches. Breaking this rule is a crime. |
Good to know: Vote history covers only the last two statewide primaries and general elections.
Go to the official request pageAfter you get the file
Pick the voters you want to reach this week. Group them by street, then split them into lists one person can walk in a shift.
Our guide covers how to build a walk list, and the free walk list template gives you a sheet to print.
Then book a named volunteer for every list. That is the part Capstone Volunteer does.
How many volunteers will you need?
Enter your sites and dates. You get your number in seconds and a shift plan to download. No sign-up.
Check how many volunteers you need, freeSources
Checked October 1, 2026. Fees and rules change. The state office has the final word.
South Carolina voter file questions
How much does the South Carolina voter file cost?
$25 for up to 5,000 records, rising with size, up to $2,500. A U.S. House district is $1,200. Checked October 1, 2026. Confirm with the state before you buy.
Who can get the South Carolina voter file?
Registered South Carolina voters only. An out-of-state campaign needs a South Carolina voter to buy it.
Does the South Carolina voter file include vote history?
Yes.
What do campaigns do with the voter file?
They pick the voters to reach, cut them into turf, and print walk lists for canvassers.