Greenville County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 148,365.
The median annual property tax in Greenville County is $1,445, which is 54% higher than the South Carolina state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $273,900. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,445
+54% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$273,900
+51% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
-2% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,573
$131/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,232
$103/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 | $1,445 +3.8% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $1,392 +6.7% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,305 +3.4% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,262 +3.9% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,215 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,624
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Oconee County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 0.39%
Marlboro County
Tax: $475/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lee County
Tax: $579/yr Rate: 0.57%
Cherokee County
Tax: $590/yr Rate: 0.44%
Kershaw County
Tax: $937/yr Rate: 0.49%
York County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greenville County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greenville County is $1,445 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $273,900.
How does Greenville County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greenville County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greenville County? ▼
In Greenville County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,573 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,232. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greenville County? ▼
Property taxes in Greenville County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $74,624. 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.