Property Tax in Beaufort County
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Beaufort taxes remain modest despite high values
At 0.496%, Beaufort's effective property tax rate ranks comfortably below the national median of 0.98%, placing it in the bottom 30% nationally. Residents pay $2,022 annually on a median home valued at $407,600—less than three-quarters of the national median property tax, despite much higher home values.
Beaufort below state average, strong values
Beaufort's 0.496% effective rate sits slightly below South Carolina's state average of 0.542%, making it a relatively light-tax county. However, the median property tax of $2,022 is the highest among all eight counties studied here, reflecting Beaufort's dramatically higher median home values of $407,600.
Lowest rate, highest property values
Beaufort's 0.496% rate beats all comparable counties measured and represents the state's coastal advantage. Its median home value of $407,600 far exceeds any regional peer, yet the low tax rate means Beaufort remains affordable for affluent buyers relative to national standards.
Beaufort's expensive homes, modest rates
On a median home value of $407,600, Beaufort residents pay $2,022 annually in property tax—approximately $169 per month. While this is the highest dollar amount among the counties studied, the effective rate of 0.496% is quite favorable given the property values.
High-value properties warrant review
For Beaufort homeowners with expensive properties, a property tax assessment appeal can yield substantial savings. Even a small percentage reduction in assessed value translates to meaningful annual tax relief on a $400,000+ home.