Lee County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 4,623.
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $579, which is 38% lower than the South Carolina state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $101,900. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$579
-38% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,900
-44% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+6% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$781
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$495
$41/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 | $579 +3.4% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $560 -1.6% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $569 +10.9% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $513 -4.6% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $538 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,145
per year
Monthly Tax
$48
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Hampton County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.81%
Cherokee County
Tax: $590/yr Rate: 0.44%
Horry County
Tax: $879/yr Rate: 0.34%
Colleton County
Tax: $883/yr Rate: 0.61%
Barnwell County
Tax: $717/yr Rate: 0.74%
Clarendon County
Tax: $848/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lee County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $579 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $101,900.
How does Lee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lee County? ▼
In Lee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $781 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $495. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $44,145. 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.