Edgefield County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 7,591.
The median annual property tax in Edgefield County is $877, which is 7% lower than the South Carolina state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $194,300. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$877
-7% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$194,300
+7% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.45%
-17% vs State
-53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,151
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$662
$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 | $877 +15.1% | 0.45% |
| 2022 | $762 +4.4% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $730 +0.6% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $726 +6.5% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $682 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,092
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Jasper County
Tax: $1,490/yr Rate: 0.55%
Berkeley County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 0.48%
Sumter County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.54%
Marion County
Tax: $397/yr Rate: 0.46%
Lee County
Tax: $579/yr Rate: 0.57%
Chesterfield County
Tax: $468/yr Rate: 0.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Edgefield County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Edgefield County is $877 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $194,300.
How does Edgefield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Edgefield County are 54% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Edgefield County? ▼
In Edgefield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,151 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $662. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Edgefield County? ▼
Property taxes in Edgefield County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $67,092. 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.