Lancaster County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 32,646.
The median annual property tax in Lancaster County is $1,487, which is 58% higher than the South Carolina state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $298,100. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,487
+58% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$298,100
+64% vs State
+41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-7% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,751
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,030
$86/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 | $1,487 +6.4% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $1,397 +9.1% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $1,281 +6.0% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $1,208 +7.9% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $1,120 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,751
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Oconee County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 0.39%
York County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.50%
Dillon County
Tax: $425/yr Rate: 0.50%
Berkeley County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.48%
Anderson County
Tax: $985/yr Rate: 0.46%
Orangeburg County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lancaster County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lancaster County is $1,487 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $298,100.
How does Lancaster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lancaster County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lancaster County? ▼
In Lancaster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,751 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,030. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lancaster County? ▼
Property taxes in Lancaster County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $74,751. 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.