Newberry County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 11,172.
The median annual property tax in Newberry County is $1,090, which is 16% higher than the South Carolina state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $158,200. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,090
+16% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,200
-13% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
+28% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,245
$104/mo
Without Mortgage
$934
$78/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 | $1,090 -0.3% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $1,093 +12.7% | 0.79% |
| 2021 | $970 +3.1% | 0.81% |
| 2020 | $941 +0.7% | 0.79% |
| 2019 | $934 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,670
per year
Monthly Tax
$91
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Pickens County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.38%
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
Clarendon County
Tax: $848/yr Rate: 0.58%
Colleton County
Tax: $883/yr Rate: 0.61%
McCormick County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Newberry County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Newberry County is $1,090 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $158,200.
How does Newberry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Newberry County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Newberry County? ▼
In Newberry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,245 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $934. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Newberry County? ▼
Property taxes in Newberry County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $59,670. 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.