Laurens County, SC Property Tax: $673/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Laurens County is 0.44% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $153,500, that works out to about $675 per year, or $56 per month. Laurens County is located in western South Carolina, and is home to approximately 67,904 residents.
About Laurens County
Laurens County covers approximately 712.9 square miles in South Carolina. The county is home to about 67,904 residents living in roughly 31,695 housing units, of which 58.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $55,517, and the median home was built in 1984.
Laurens County borders Abbeville County, Anderson County, Greenville County, Greenwood County, Newberry 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 Laurens County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Laurens County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurens County, SC | 0.44% | $153,500 | $675 |
| South Carolina state average | 0.54% | — | $829* |
| Abbeville County | 0.49% | $147,200 | $717 |
| Anderson County | 0.46% | $212,500 | $985 |
| Greenville County | 0.53% | $273,900 | $1,445 |
| Greenwood County | 0.58% | $166,400 | $973 |
| Newberry County | 0.69% | $158,200 | $1,090 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Laurens County's median home value of $153,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Laurens County's property tax rate compare to the rest of South Carolina?
At 0.44%, Laurens County is lower than the South Carolina state average of 0.54%. On a home at the county median of $153,500, that means about $675 per year — versus $829 at the state average rate, a difference of $154 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Laurens County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Laurens County?
For a home at the county median value of $153,500, the annual property tax in Laurens County is approximately $675 — or about $56 per month. For a home worth $230,250, expect around $1,013 per year. For a $307,000 home, approximately $1,351 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Laurens County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Laurens County are handled by the Laurens County Assessor's office. 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 Laurens 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 0.44% shown here. Contact the Laurens 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