29720 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 29720 (Lancaster, South Carolina) pay a median of $1,143/year in property taxes on homes valued at $212,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.54%, which is near the South Carolina state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 29720 is approximately $95, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lancaster County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Carolina, 29720 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 29038 (0.54%) and 29560 (0.54%).

In Lancaster, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $59,039, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Carolina reassesses all properties countywide every 5 years regardless of sale, so your purchase price does not limit future assessment growth — expect reevaluation at the next cycle. Lancaster County offers a Homestead Exemption ($50,000 off assessed value for primary residences, income-limited) and Senior Citizens Exemption; file your application with the Lancaster County Assessor to secure the deduction. Submit your homestead exemption claim to the Lancaster County Assessor within 30 days of closing and confirm receipt before the next scheduled revaluation cycle.