Richland County Property Tax Rate
South Carolina
Richland County, South Carolina has an effective property tax rate of 0.67%, which is 27% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $242,800, homeowners pay approximately $1,637 per year in property taxes. Richland County ranks #6 out of 46 counties in South Carolina for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 22.9% while home values gained 45.0%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Columbia, where the median annual bill is $1,608.
$1,637
Per year
$242,800
2024 estimate
2.57%
Median income: $63,784
#6
of 46 counties in SC
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,743
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,380
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Richland County pay on average $363 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Richland County Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Richland County rose 22.9% (from $1,332 to $1,637), while the median home value climbed 45.0%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.80% to 0.67% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,332 | $167,500 | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $1,400 | $175,100 | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,489 | $201,200 | 0.74% |
| 2023 | $1,569 | $224,200 | 0.70% |
| 2024 | $1,637 | $242,800 | 0.67% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
South Carolina Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Richland County homeowners
Legal Residence (Homestead)
Assessed at 4% of fair market value instead of 6% (effectively a one-third reduction)
Primary residence owners
Over 65/Disabled Homestead
First $50,000 of fair market value exempt from school operating millage
Homeowners age 65+, totally/permanently disabled, or legally blind
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans
Veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,010
$168/month · Rate: 0.67%
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Explore property tax data for 1 city in Richland County, South Carolina.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $1,608 | 0.66% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.