Aiken County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 52,603.
The median annual property tax in Aiken County is $862, which is 8% lower than the South Carolina state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $199,500. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$862
-8% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$199,500
+10% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-20% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$987
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$667
$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 | $862 +7.1% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $805 +8.9% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $739 +2.9% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $718 +5.4% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $681 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,940
per year
Monthly Tax
$72
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Horry County
Tax: $879/yr Rate: 0.34%
Oconee County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 0.39%
Calhoun County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.42%
McCormick County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.64%
Allendale County
Tax: $542/yr Rate: 0.88%
Beaufort County
Tax: $2,022/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Aiken County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Aiken County is $862 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $199,500.
How does Aiken County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Aiken County are 55% 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 Aiken County? ▼
In Aiken County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $987 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $667. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Aiken County? ▼
Property taxes in Aiken County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $67,940. 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.