Saluda County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 5,862.
The median annual property tax in Saluda County is $700, which is 25% lower than the South Carolina state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $123,200. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$700
-25% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$123,200
-32% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+6% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,053
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$461
$38/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 | $700 -1.5% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $711 +4.7% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $679 +0.6% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $675 -2.9% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $695 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,957
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Barnwell County
Tax: $717/yr Rate: 0.74%
Colleton County
Tax: $883/yr Rate: 0.61%
Edgefield County
Tax: $877/yr Rate: 0.45%
Florence County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.44%
Darlington County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.43%
Pickens County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Saluda County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Saluda County is $700 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $123,200.
How does Saluda County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Saluda County are 64% 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 Saluda County? ▼
In Saluda County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,053 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $461. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Saluda County? ▼
Property taxes in Saluda County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $52,957. 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.