Berkeley County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 66,951.
The median annual property tax in Berkeley County is $1,343, which is 43% higher than the South Carolina state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $280,300. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,343
+43% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$280,300
+55% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-11% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,476
$123/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,002
$84/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,343 +4.8% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $1,282 +9.6% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $1,170 +10.9% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $1,055 +5.9% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $996 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,327
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Georgetown County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.43%
Oconee County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 0.39%
Clarendon County
Tax: $848/yr Rate: 0.58%
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
Laurens County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.44%
Union County
Tax: $558/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Berkeley County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Berkeley County is $1,343 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $280,300.
How does Berkeley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Berkeley County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Berkeley County? ▼
In Berkeley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,476 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,002. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Berkeley County? ▼
Property taxes in Berkeley County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $82,327. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.