29697 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 29697 (Williamston, South Carolina) pay a median of $883/year in property taxes on homes valued at $185,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.48%, which is 13% below the South Carolina state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 29697 is approximately $74, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Anderson County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Carolina, 29697 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 29547 (0.47%) and 29323 (0.48%).

In Williamston, property taxes represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $70,030, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Carolina imposes no statewide reassessment limit; Anderson County will assess your property at current market value when you buy. Anderson County provides a $50,000 Homestead Exemption for owner-occupied primary residences — apply to the Anderson County Assessor immediately following closing to shield a portion of your home's value from taxation. Request a tax estimate reflecting the exemption before your first bill arrives.