What is the property tax rate in Hilton Head Island, SC?

Hilton Head Island has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.45%. On a median home valued at $652,100, homeowners pay approximately $2,965 per year in property taxes.

How does Hilton Head Island compare to Beaufort County?

Hilton Head Island's effective rate of 0.45% is 6% lower than the Beaufort County average of 0.48%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,174, while Hilton Head Island homeowners pay an estimated $2,965.

How much are property taxes in Hilton Head Island on a $300,000 home?

Based on Hilton Head Island's effective rate of 0.45%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,350 per year, or about $113 per month.

Hilton Head Island Property Tax Rate

Beaufort County, South Carolina

0.45%effective rate

Hilton Head Island is located in Beaufort County, South Carolina. Homeowners in Hilton Head Island pay a median of $2,965 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $652,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.45%. This is 6% lower than the Beaufort County average of 0.48%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.45%

vs 0.48% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,965

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$652,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

37,805

Hilton Head Island, SC

How Hilton Head Island Compares

Hilton Head Island

0.45%

Beaufort County Average

0.48%

South Carolina Average

0.48%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Beaufort County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Beaufort County, South Carolina.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Bluffton	31,323	$2,660	0.60%
Hilton Head Island	37,805	$2,965	0.45%

About Property Taxes in Hilton Head Island

Property taxes in Hilton Head Island are collected by Beaufort County. Tax exemptions available to Beaufort County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Hilton Head Island. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Beaufort County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,350

$113/month · Rate: 0.45%

Beaufort County Property Taxes

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South Carolina Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.