Spartanburg County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 93,795.
The median annual property tax in Spartanburg County is $1,217, which is 30% higher than the South Carolina state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $216,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,217
+30% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,000
+19% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+4% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,356
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$949
$79/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 | $1,217 +5.9% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $1,149 +12.6% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $1,020 +7.1% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $952 +7.1% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $889 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,195
per year
Monthly Tax
$101
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Aiken County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.43%
Pickens County
Tax: $821/yr Rate: 0.38%
Calhoun County
Tax: $630/yr Rate: 0.42%
Kershaw County
Tax: $937/yr Rate: 0.49%
Beaufort County
Tax: $2,022/yr Rate: 0.50%
Horry County
Tax: $879/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Spartanburg County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Spartanburg County is $1,217 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $216,000.
How does Spartanburg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Spartanburg County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Spartanburg County? ▼
In Spartanburg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,356 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $949. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Spartanburg County? ▼
Property taxes in Spartanburg County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $64,195. 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.