Darlington County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 17,710.
The median annual property tax in Darlington County is $604, which is 36% lower than the South Carolina state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $141,400. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$604
-36% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,400
-22% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-20% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$744
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$481
$40/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 | $604 +7.1% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $564 +11.5% | 0.43% |
| 2021 | $506 +14.2% | 0.48% |
| 2020 | $443 +9.9% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $403 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,419
per year
Monthly Tax
$50
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Dillon County
Tax: $425/yr Rate: 0.50%
Horry County
Tax: $879/yr Rate: 0.34%
Greenwood County
Tax: $973/yr Rate: 0.58%
Hampton County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.81%
Marion County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.46%
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Darlington County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Darlington County is $604 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $141,400.
How does Darlington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Darlington County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Darlington County? ▼
In Darlington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $744 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $481. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Darlington County? ▼
Property taxes in Darlington County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $47,419. 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.