Georgetown County, SC Property Tax: $1,117/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Georgetown County is 0.43% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $262,300, that works out to about $1,128 per year, or $94 per month. Georgetown County is located in southeastern South Carolina, with Georgetown as its county seat, and is home to approximately 64,200 residents.
About Georgetown County
Georgetown County covers approximately 813.7 square miles in South Carolina. The county is home to about 64,200 residents living in roughly 36,704 housing units, of which 60.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $66,734, and the median home was built in 1991.
The county seat is Georgetown. Georgetown County borders Berkeley County, Charleston County, Horry County, Marion County, Williamsburg 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 Georgetown County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Georgetown County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown County, SC | 0.43% | $262,300 | $1,128 |
| South Carolina state average | 0.54% | — | $1,416* |
| Berkeley County | 0.48% | $280,300 | $1,343 |
| Charleston County | 0.41% | $450,800 | $1,864 |
| Horry County | 0.34% | $260,500 | $879 |
| Marion County | 0.46% | $86,800 | $397 |
| Williamsburg County | 0.66% | $95,100 | $630 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Georgetown County's median home value of $262,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Georgetown County's property tax rate compare to the rest of South Carolina?
At 0.43%, Georgetown County is lower than the South Carolina state average of 0.54%. On a home at the county median of $262,300, that means about $1,128 per year — versus $1,416 at the state average rate, a difference of $288 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Georgetown County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Georgetown County?
For a home at the county median value of $262,300, the annual property tax in Georgetown County is approximately $1,128 — or about $94 per month. For a home worth $393,450, expect around $1,692 per year. For a $524,600 home, approximately $2,256 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Georgetown County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Georgetown County are handled by the Georgetown County Assessor's office in Georgetown. 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 Georgetown 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 0.43% shown here. Contact the Georgetown 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