Lexington County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 92,829.
The median annual property tax in Lexington County is $1,136, which is 21% higher than the South Carolina state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $217,700. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,136
+21% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$217,700
+20% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
-4% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,235
$103/mo
Without Mortgage
$893
$74/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 | $1,136 +4.9% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $1,083 +11.0% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $976 +4.1% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $938 +5.0% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $893 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,014
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
McCormick County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.64%
Hampton County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.81%
Florence County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.44%
Marlboro County
Tax: $475/yr Rate: 0.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lexington County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lexington County is $1,136 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $217,700.
How does Lexington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lexington County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lexington County? ▼
In Lexington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,235 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $893. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lexington County? ▼
Property taxes in Lexington County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $75,014. 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.