Horry County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 114,026.
The median annual property tax in Horry County is $879, which is 6% lower than the South Carolina state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $260,500. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$879
-6% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$260,500
+44% vs State
+23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-37% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$956
$80/mo
Without Mortgage
$756
$63/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 | $879 +8.1% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $813 +12.1% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $725 +5.1% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $690 +1.9% | 0.37% |
| 2019 | $677 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,623
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Orangeburg County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.66%
Georgetown County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.43%
Charleston County
Tax: $1,864/yr Rate: 0.41%
Kershaw County
Tax: $937/yr Rate: 0.49%
Hampton County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.81%
Dorchester County
Tax: $1,710/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Horry County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Horry County is $879 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $260,500.
How does Horry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Horry County are 54% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Horry County? ▼
In Horry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $956 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $756. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Horry County? ▼
Property taxes in Horry County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $64,623. 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.