South Carolina property tax
South region · 46 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
South Carolina has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 0.51% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — -53.1% versus the US average of 1.08%, below the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $1,226 on a median home worth around $247,663. South Carolina ranks #47 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Allendale County is highest at 0.88% and Horry County is lowest at 0.34%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
South Carolina property tax at a glance
| Figure | South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 0.51% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 0.53% |
| Typical median bill | $1,226 |
| Typical median home value | $247,663 |
| Versus US average rate | -53.1% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #47 |
| Counties | 46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
South Carolina counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in South Carolina, highest effective rate first (top 40 of 46 shown). Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allendale County | $542 | $61,600 | 0.88% |
| 2 | Bamberg County | $796 | $96,000 | 0.83% |
| 3 | Hampton County | $826 | $102,400 | 0.81% |
| 4 | Barnwell County | $717 | $97,200 | 0.74% |
| 5 | Richland County | $1,569 | $224,200 | 0.70% |
| 6 | Newberry County | $1,090 | $158,200 | 0.69% |
| 7 | Williamsburg County | $630 | $95,100 | 0.66% |
| 8 | Orangeburg County | $724 | $109,700 | 0.66% |
| 9 | McCormick County | $1,014 | $159,000 | 0.64% |
| 10 | Marlboro County | $475 | $74,500 | 0.64% |
| 11 | Colleton County | $883 | $145,900 | 0.60% |
| 12 | Chester County | $846 | $143,800 | 0.59% |
| 13 | Greenwood County | $973 | $166,400 | 0.58% |
| 14 | Dorchester County | $1,710 | $294,400 | 0.58% |
| 15 | Clarendon County | $848 | $147,300 | 0.58% |
| 16 | Lee County | $579 | $101,900 | 0.57% |
| 17 | Saluda County | $700 | $123,200 | 0.57% |
| 18 | Spartanburg County | $1,217 | $216,000 | 0.56% |
| 19 | Union County | $558 | $100,000 | 0.56% |
| 20 | Jasper County | $1,490 | $269,400 | 0.55% |
| 21 | Sumter County | $860 | $159,500 | 0.54% |
| 22 | Fairfield County | $683 | $129,100 | 0.53% |
| 23 | Greenville County | $1,445 | $273,900 | 0.53% |
| 24 | Lexington County | $1,136 | $217,700 | 0.52% |
| 25 | Dillon County | $425 | $84,400 | 0.50% |
| 26 | Lancaster County | $1,487 | $298,100 | 0.50% |
| 27 | Beaufort County | $2,022 | $407,600 | 0.50% |
| 28 | York County | $1,602 | $322,700 | 0.50% |
| 29 | Kershaw County | $937 | $191,900 | 0.49% |
| 30 | Abbeville County | $717 | $147,200 | 0.49% |
| 31 | Berkeley County | $1,343 | $280,300 | 0.48% |
| 32 | Anderson County | $985 | $212,500 | 0.46% |
| 33 | Chesterfield County | $468 | $101,400 | 0.46% |
| 34 | Marion County | $397 | $86,800 | 0.46% |
| 35 | Edgefield County | $877 | $194,300 | 0.45% |
| 36 | Laurens County | $673 | $153,500 | 0.44% |
| 37 | Florence County | $724 | $165,500 | 0.44% |
| 38 | Cherokee County | $590 | $135,200 | 0.44% |
| 39 | Aiken County | $862 | $199,500 | 0.43% |
| 40 | Darlington County | $604 | $141,400 | 0.43% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How South Carolina compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina (this state) | 0.51% | $1,226 | -53.1% |
| Nevada | 0.49% | $1,999 | -54.6% |
| Utah | 0.53% | $2,397 | -51.3% |
| Louisiana | 0.53% | $1,174 | -50.6% |
| Arizona | 0.54% | $1,882 | -50.4% |
| Colorado | 0.48% | $2,494 | -55.8% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in South Carolina?
South Carolina's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 0.51% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), -53.1% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $1,226 on a $247,663 home. It ranks #47 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which South Carolina county has the highest property tax?
In South Carolina, Allendale County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 0.88% (median tax $542). The lowest is Horry County at 0.34%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in South Carolina?
South Carolina is low on property tax at a 0.51% effective rate, below the US average effective rate. The median South Carolina home is worth about $247,663 and the median bill is around $1,226. Rates vary widely between its 46 counties.
How is the South Carolina property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (0.53%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20