When are property taxes due in Lancaster County, South Carolina?

Lancaster County property taxes are due January 15. This deadline applies to all counties in South Carolina.

What is the penalty for late property tax payment in Lancaster County, South Carolina?

The late payment penalty in Lancaster County is 3% (Jan 16+), 15% after March 16.

How do I pay Lancaster County, South Carolina property taxes?

You can pay Lancaster County property taxes via Online, mail, in-person.

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Lancaster County Property Tax Due Date

Name: Treasurer
Telephone: (803) 285-7939

South Carolina

(803) 285-7939

2027 Property Tax Due Dates

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Due Datein 185 days

January 15

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Penalty: 3% (Jan 16+), 15% after March 16Grace period: None

Payment Methods

Online, Mail, In-Person

Lancaster County Treasurer

Phone

(803) 285-7939

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

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By Mail

Mail check payable to Lancaster County Treasurer

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In Person

Visit the Treasurer's office

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About Property Taxes in South Carolina

South Carolina offers one of the most favorable property tax systems for primary homeowners in the country. Owner-occupied primary residences (called "legal residences") are assessed at only 4% of market value, compared to 6% for non-owner-occupied residential and investment properties. This 4% vs. 6% difference is substantial — a primary homeowner pays about one-third less in taxes than an investor owning the same home. Property taxes in South Carolina are administered at the county level. Tax bills are typically mailed in October and due January 15.

Payment & Assessment

South Carolina property taxes are due January 15. A 15-day grace period applies in most counties, making the effective final deadline January 30. After that, a 3% penalty applies in the first month, with additional interest charges for continued non-payment. Motor vehicle property taxes are also collected by counties in South Carolina, billed at the same time you renew your vehicle registration. Most counties offer online payment. Contact your county treasurer for payment options.

Statewide framework for South Carolina. Your county's specific rates and deadlines are shown above.

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About Lancaster County

Lancaster County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2020 census, its population was 96,016, Its county seat is Lancaster, which has an urban population of 23,979. The county was created in 1785. Lancaster County is included in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is located in the Piedmont region.

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