Charleston County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 111,425.
The median annual property tax in Charleston County is $1,864, which is 99% higher than the South Carolina state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $450,800. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,864
+99% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$450,800
+149% vs State
+113% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-24% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,968
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,569
$131/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 | $1,864 +5.7% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $1,763 +12.1% | 0.42% |
| 2021 | $1,573 +5.7% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $1,488 +4.2% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $1,428 | 0.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,320
per year
Monthly Tax
$155
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Colleton County
Tax: $883/yr Rate: 0.61%
Greenwood County
Tax: $973/yr Rate: 0.58%
Richland County
Tax: $1,569/yr Rate: 0.70%
Newberry County
Tax: $1,090/yr Rate: 0.69%
Beaufort County
Tax: $2,022/yr Rate: 0.50%
Marlboro County
Tax: $475/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Charleston County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Charleston County is $1,864 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $450,800.
How does Charleston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Charleston County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Charleston County? ▼
In Charleston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,968 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,569. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Charleston County? ▼
Property taxes in Charleston County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $84,320. 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.