Kershaw County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 21,129.
The median annual property tax in Kershaw County is $937, which is 0% higher than the South Carolina state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $191,900. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$937
+0% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$191,900
+6% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
-9% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,113
$93/mo
Without Mortgage
$674
$56/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 | $937 +2.1% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $918 +16.6% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $787 +7.7% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $731 +4.1% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $702 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,343
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Oconee County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 0.39%
Sumter County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.54%
Bamberg County
Tax: $796/yr Rate: 0.83%
Lee County
Tax: $579/yr Rate: 0.57%
Calhoun County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.42%
Dorchester County
Tax: $1,710/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kershaw County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kershaw County is $937 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $191,900.
How does Kershaw County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kershaw County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kershaw County? ▼
In Kershaw County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,113 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $674. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kershaw County? ▼
Property taxes in Kershaw County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $64,343. 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.