Hampton County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 5,230.
The median annual property tax in Hampton County is $826, which is 12% lower than the South Carolina state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $102,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$826
-12% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,400
-44% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+50% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,191
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$697
$58/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 | $826 +13.3% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $729 +0.3% | 0.78% |
| 2021 | $727 +3.3% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $704 +10.3% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $638 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,059
per year
Monthly Tax
$69
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Beaufort County
Tax: $2,022/yr Rate: 0.50%
Aiken County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.43%
Williamsburg County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.66%
Newberry County
Tax: $1,090/yr Rate: 0.69%
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Spartanburg County
Tax: $1,217/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hampton County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hampton County is $826 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $102,400.
How does Hampton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hampton County are 57% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hampton County? ▼
In Hampton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,191 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $697. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hampton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hampton County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $43,059. 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.