29655 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 29655 (Iva, South Carolina) pay a median of $542/year in property taxes on homes valued at $140,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.39%, which is 29% below the South Carolina state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 29655 is approximately $45, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Abbeville County. This is $493 less than the South Carolina average of $1,035/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Carolina, 29655 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 29809 (0.39%) and 29426 (0.38%).

In Iva, property taxes represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $55,305, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Carolina has no reassessment cap; Abbeville County will reset your assessed value to fair market value upon closing. Abbeville County grants a $50,000 Homestead Exemption for primary residences — file your claim with the Abbeville County Assessor within the first month after purchase to reduce your taxable assessed value. Obtain a written confirmation of your exemption status for your records.