Charleston, South Carolina — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Charleston, South Carolina?
Charleston, South Carolina has a total tax burden of 10.24%, ranking #3303 nationally. Property tax rate: 0.45%, state income tax: 5.415%, sales tax: 7.43%. Median household income is $83,891.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #3303 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
10.24%
Rank: 3303rd nationally
Property Tax Rate
0.45%
Rank: 6358th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.415%
South Carolina state rate
Sales Tax Rate
7.43%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (23%)Income (53%)Sales (24%)
Median Income: $83,891
Median Home Value: $438,900
Median Property Tax: $1,990/yr
Population: 149,960