Calhoun County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 5,127.
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $630, which is 33% lower than the South Carolina state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.42% on a median home value of $148,800. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$630
-33% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$148,800
-18% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.42%
-22% vs State
-56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$811
$68/mo
Without Mortgage
$523
$44/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 | $630 +16.0% | 0.42% |
| 2022 | $543 -10.7% | 0.41% |
| 2021 | $608 +7.6% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $565 -8.7% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $619 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,690
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
Williamsburg County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.66%
Edgefield County
Tax: $877/yr Rate: 0.45%
Lee County
Tax: $579/yr Rate: 0.57%
York County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.50%
Union County
Tax: $558/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calhoun County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $630 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.42% on a median home value of $148,800.
How does Calhoun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.42% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
In Calhoun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $811 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $523. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $56,690. 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.