South Carolina Mortgage Calculator

Estimate your monthly payment in South Carolina — including property tax (0.53% effective rate), home insurance, and PMI. Pre-filled with South Carolina averages for 2026.

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= $60,000 down

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years
Estimated payment
Total monthly payment
$1,822
Principal & interest
$1,557
Property tax (0.53%)
$133
Home insurance
$133
Loan amount
$240,000
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Mortgage costs in South Carolina

Median home price
$300,000
Effective property tax
0.53%
Typical home insurance
$1,600/yr

The average South Carolina homeowner pays roughly $133/month in property tax on a median-priced home, plus about $133/month in home insurance. Property tax is billed by your county — actual rates vary from the state average, so check your county assessor's site for exact figures.

How much house can I afford in South Carolina?

A common rule is to keep total housing costs (PITI) under 28% of gross monthly income. At current rates, buying the median South Carolina home ($300,000) with 20% down requires roughly $78,106 in annual income.

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