Greenwood County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 18,370.
The median annual property tax in Greenwood County is $973, which is 4% higher than the South Carolina state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $166,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$973
+4% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$166,400
-8% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+7% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,148
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$792
$66/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 | $973 +3.0% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $945 +9.9% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $860 +6.3% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $809 -5.6% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $857 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,635
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Cherokee County
Tax: $590/yr Rate: 0.44%
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Edgefield County
Tax: $877/yr Rate: 0.45%
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greenwood County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greenwood County is $973 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $166,400.
How does Greenwood County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greenwood County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greenwood County? ▼
In Greenwood County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,148 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $792. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greenwood County? ▼
Property taxes in Greenwood County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $50,635. 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.