Columbia is South Carolina's capital and largest city, anchored by state government, the University of South Carolina, and a growing military and cybersecurity presence at Fort Jackson. Richland County's tax rate benefits from the state's 4% owner-occupied assessment ratio.
Recommended for incomes above $70k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Columbia housing market
The 0.74% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Columbia and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide South Carolina average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Columbia buyers. Many Columbia properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $100/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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