Orangeburg County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 21,670.
The median annual property tax in Orangeburg County is $724, which is 23% lower than the South Carolina state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $109,700. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$724
-23% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,700
-40% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
+22% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$996
$83/mo
Without Mortgage
$548
$46/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 | $724 +9.0% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $664 +8.5% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $612 +2.0% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $600 -4.3% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $627 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,214
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
Lexington County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.52%
Calhoun County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.42%
Georgetown County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.43%
Saluda County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.57%
Florence County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Orangeburg County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Orangeburg County is $724 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $109,700.
How does Orangeburg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Orangeburg County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Orangeburg County? ▼
In Orangeburg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $996 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $548. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Orangeburg County? ▼
Property taxes in Orangeburg County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $43,214. 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.