Clarendon County, SC Property Tax: $848/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Clarendon County is 0.58% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $147,300, that works out to about $854 per year, or $71 per month. Clarendon County is located in eastern South Carolina, with Manning as its county seat, and is home to approximately 31,037 residents.
About Clarendon County
Clarendon County covers approximately 607.2 square miles in South Carolina. The county is home to about 31,037 residents living in roughly 16,009 housing units, of which 54.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $48,887, and the median home was built in 1989.
The county seat is Manning. Clarendon County borders Berkeley County, Calhoun County, Florence County, Orangeburg County, Sumter County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in South Carolina
Property taxes in South Carolina are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in South Carolina offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Clarendon County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Clarendon County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon County, SC | 0.58% | $147,300 | $854 |
| South Carolina state average | 0.54% | — | $795* |
| Berkeley County | 0.48% | $280,300 | $1,343 |
| Calhoun County | 0.42% | $148,800 | $630 |
| Florence County | 0.44% | $165,500 | $724 |
| Orangeburg County | 0.66% | $109,700 | $724 |
| Sumter County | 0.54% | $159,500 | $860 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Clarendon County's median home value of $147,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Clarendon County's property tax rate compare to the rest of South Carolina?
At 0.58%, Clarendon County is higher than the South Carolina state average of 0.54%. On a home at the county median of $147,300, that means about $854 per year — versus $795 at the state average rate, a difference of $59 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Clarendon County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Clarendon County?
For a home at the county median value of $147,300, the annual property tax in Clarendon County is approximately $854 — or about $71 per month. For a home worth $220,950, expect around $1,282 per year. For a $294,600 home, approximately $1,709 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Clarendon County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Clarendon County are handled by the Clarendon County Assessor's office in Manning. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Clarendon County?
South Carolina counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.58% shown here. Contact the Clarendon County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File