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Berkeley County

Berkeley County, South Carolina

Effective Tax Rate

0.48%

Median Annual Tax

$1,343

How Berkeley County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Berkeley County$1,343
South Carolina State Average$939
National Average$1,924

Berkeley County

0.48%

Effective rate

South Carolina Avg

0.52%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,476

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,002

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,343

Monthly Escrow

$112

Effective Rate

0.48%

vs. South Carolina State Average▲ 43% above
vs. National Average▼ 50.1% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Berkeley County, South Carolina?
The effective property tax rate in Berkeley County, South Carolina is 0.48%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Berkeley County?
The median annual property tax payment in Berkeley County is $1,343. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,476, while those without a mortgage pay $1,002.
How does Berkeley County compare to the South Carolina average?
Berkeley County's effective tax rate of 0.48% is lower than the South Carolina state average of 0.52%. The median annual property tax in Berkeley County is $1,343, compared to the state average of $939.
What is the median home value in Berkeley County, South Carolina?
The median home value in Berkeley County, South Carolina is $280,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in South Carolina?
Property taxes in South Carolina are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Abbeville County(SC)

Rate0.49%
Median Tax$717

Kershaw County(SC)

Rate0.49%
Median Tax$937

Anderson County(SC)

Rate0.46%
Median Tax$985

Beaufort County(SC)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$2,022
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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