Williamsburg County, South Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Carolina. Population: 9,075.
The median annual property tax in Williamsburg County is $630, which is 33% lower than the South Carolina state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $95,100. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$630
-33% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$95,100
-48% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
+22% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$884
$74/mo
Without Mortgage
$516
$43/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 | $630 +1.6% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $620 +1.3% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $612 +1.0% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $606 +18.4% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $512 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,471
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in South Carolina
Greenville County
Tax: $1,445/yr Rate: 0.53%
Barnwell County
Tax: $717/yr Rate: 0.74%
Aiken County
Tax: $862/yr Rate: 0.43%
Chester County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.59%
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.50%
Lee County
Tax: $579/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Williamsburg County, South Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Williamsburg County is $630 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $95,100.
How does Williamsburg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Williamsburg County are 67% 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 Williamsburg County? ▼
In Williamsburg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $884 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $516. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Williamsburg County? ▼
Property taxes in Williamsburg County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $43,471. 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.