Pickens County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 36,250.
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $821, which is 13% lower than the South Carolina state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $216,000. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$821
-13% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,000
+19% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-30% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,015
$85/mo
Without Mortgage
$634
$53/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 | $821 +4.7% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $784 +6.4% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $737 +4.4% | 0.44% |
| 2020 | $706 +3.4% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $683 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$68
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Allendale County
Tax: $542/yr Rate: 0.88%
Florence County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.44%
Anderson County
Tax: $985/yr Rate: 0.46%
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Marlboro County
Tax: $475/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pickens County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pickens County is $821 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $216,000.
How does Pickens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County are 57% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
In Pickens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,015 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $634. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pickens County? ▼
Property taxes in Pickens County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $59,411. 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.