Colleton County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 11,667.
The median annual property tax in Colleton County is $883, which is 6% lower than the South Carolina state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $145,900. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$883
-6% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,900
-20% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
+13% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,220
$102/mo
Without Mortgage
$657
$55/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 | $883 +7.0% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $825 +15.2% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $716 +21.4% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $590 +2.3% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $577 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,779
per year
Monthly Tax
$74
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Chesterfield County
Tax: $468/yr Rate: 0.46%
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Williamsburg County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.66%
Aiken County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.43%
Spartanburg County
Tax: $1,217/yr Rate: 0.56%
Laurens County
Tax: $673/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Colleton County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Colleton County is $883 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $145,900.
How does Colleton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Colleton County are 54% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Colleton County? ▼
In Colleton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,220 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $657. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Colleton County? ▼
Property taxes in Colleton County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $48,779. 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.