Jasper County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 9,438.
The median annual property tax in Jasper County is $1,490, which is 59% higher than the South Carolina state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $269,400. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,490
+59% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$269,400
+49% vs State
+27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
+2% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,083
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,159
$97/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 | $1,490 +7.1% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,391 +13.5% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $1,226 +15.1% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $1,065 +0.7% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $1,058 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,503
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Union County
Tax: $558/yr Rate: 0.56%
Calhoun County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.42%
Dillon County
Tax: $425/yr Rate: 0.50%
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
York County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.50%
Fairfield County
Tax: $683/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jasper County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jasper County is $1,490 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $269,400.
How does Jasper County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jasper County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jasper County? ▼
In Jasper County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,083 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,159. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jasper County? ▼
Property taxes in Jasper County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $63,503. 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.