Dorchester County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 46,442.
The median annual property tax in Dorchester County is $1,710, which is 82% higher than the South Carolina state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $294,400. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,710
+82% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$294,400
+62% vs State
+39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+7% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,882
$157/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,274
$106/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 | $1,710 +5.2% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,626 +13.3% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,435 +4.8% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $1,369 +2.0% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,342 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,896
per year
Monthly Tax
$143
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Lexington County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.52%
Aiken County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.43%
Saluda County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.57%
Kershaw County
Tax: $937/yr Rate: 0.49%
Edgefield County
Tax: $877/yr Rate: 0.45%
Horry County
Tax: $879/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dorchester County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dorchester County is $1,710 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $294,400.
How does Dorchester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dorchester County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dorchester County? ▼
In Dorchester County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,882 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dorchester County? ▼
Property taxes in Dorchester County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $76,896. 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.