Bamberg County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 3,408.
The median annual property tax in Bamberg County is $796, which is 15% lower than the South Carolina state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $96,000. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$796
-15% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$96,000
-47% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
+54% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$999
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$654
$55/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 | $796 +0.1% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $795 +10.3% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $721 +4.6% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $689 +10.4% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $624 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,206
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Anderson County
Tax: $985/yr Rate: 0.46%
Clarendon County
Tax: $848/yr Rate: 0.58%
Georgetown County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.43%
Marlboro County
Tax: $475/yr Rate: 0.64%
Spartanburg County
Tax: $1,217/yr Rate: 0.56%
Newberry County
Tax: $1,090/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bamberg County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bamberg County is $796 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $96,000.
How does Bamberg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bamberg County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bamberg County? ▼
In Bamberg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $999 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $654. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bamberg County? ▼
Property taxes in Bamberg County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $43,206. 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.