What is the property tax rate in North Charleston, SC?

North Charleston has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.52%. On a median home valued at $267,700, homeowners pay approximately $1,394 per year in property taxes.

How does North Charleston compare to Charleston County?

North Charleston's effective rate of 0.52% is 33% higher than the Charleston County average of 0.39%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,901, while North Charleston homeowners pay an estimated $1,394.

How much are property taxes in North Charleston on a $300,000 home?

Based on North Charleston's effective rate of 0.52%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,560 per year, or about $130 per month.

North Charleston Property Tax Rate

Charleston County, South Carolina

0.52%effective rate

North Charleston is located in Charleston County, South Carolina. Homeowners in North Charleston pay a median of $1,394 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $267,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.52%. This is 33% higher than the Charleston County average of 0.39%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.52%

vs 0.39% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,394

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$267,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

117,460

North Charleston, SC

How North Charleston Compares

North Charleston

0.52%

Charleston County Average

0.39%

South Carolina Average

0.48%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Charleston County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Charleston County, South Carolina.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
North Charleston	117,460	$1,394	0.52%
Charleston	152,014	$2,144	0.46%
Mount Pleasant	92,662	$2,261	0.34%

About Property Taxes in North Charleston

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,560

$130/month · Rate: 0.52%

Charleston 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.