Georgetown County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 22,099.
The median annual property tax in Georgetown County is $1,117, which is 19% higher than the South Carolina state average and 42% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $262,300. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,117
+19% vs State
-42% vs US
Median Home Value
$262,300
+45% vs State
+24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-20% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,280
$107/mo
Without Mortgage
$861
$72/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 | $1,117 +2.8% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $1,087 +4.2% | 0.46% |
| 2021 | $1,043 +3.0% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $1,013 +1.8% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $995 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,734
per year
Monthly Tax
$93
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Anderson County
Tax: $985/yr Rate: 0.46%
Edgefield County
Tax: $877/yr Rate: 0.45%
Greenwood County
Tax: $973/yr Rate: 0.58%
Williamsburg County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.66%
Pickens County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.38%
Orangeburg County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Georgetown County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Georgetown County is $1,117 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $262,300.
How does Georgetown County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Georgetown County are 42% 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 Georgetown County? ▼
In Georgetown County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,280 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $861. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Georgetown County? ▼
Property taxes in Georgetown County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $66,734. 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.