Sumter County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 27,489.
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $860, which is 8% lower than the South Carolina state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $159,500. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$860
-8% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$159,500
-12% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+0% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,106
$92/mo
Without Mortgage
$590
$49/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 | $860 +4.6% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $822 +5.9% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $776 +5.9% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $733 +2.1% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $718 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,990
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
McCormick County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.64%
Clarendon County
Tax: $848/yr Rate: 0.58%
Berkeley County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.48%
York County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.50%
Charleston County
Tax: $1,864/yr Rate: 0.41%
Greenwood County
Tax: $973/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumter County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $860 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $159,500.
How does Sumter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
In Sumter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,106 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $590. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $55,990. 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.