Property Taxes in Denmark, South Carolina
Median Denmark, South Carolina effective property tax rate: 1.22%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the South Carolina state median of 0.66%.
Median Denmark, South Carolina home value: $37,800
Median annual Denmark, South Carolina tax bill: $465, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Bamberg calculated?
Property taxes in Denmark, South Carolina are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Denmark's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Denmark, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Denmark Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Denmark property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Denmark's median effective tax rate of 1.22% — based on actual property records in Bamberg County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Denmark's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Denmark: rates range from 1.22% in 29042 to 1.22% in 29042, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Denmark.
About Denmark Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Denmark, Bamberg, South Carolina
Denmark's median effective property tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the South Carolina state median of 0.66% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Bamberg County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Denmark. Homeowners in the 29042 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.22%, while those in 29042 pay 1.22%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Bamberg County. Understanding which part of Denmark you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Denmark homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the January 15, 2027 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Denmark's effective property tax rate to other cities in South Carolina and the median property tax rates in South Carolina and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Denmark Tax Rate
1.22%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Bamberg County Tax Rate
1.26%
Median Effective South Carolina Tax Rate
0.66%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29042 | 0.19% | 0.63% | 1.22% | 2.91% | 3.72% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
When examining property taxes in Denmark, South Carolina, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Bamberg County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Bamberg County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Denmark.
For example, the median home price in Denmark is $37,800, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 29042 has the highest median home price at $37,800.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
Source: Ownwell
$37,800
$49,750
$61,700
Median Denmark Market Value
$37,800
Median Bamberg County Market Value
$45,900
Median South Carolina Market Value
$188,850
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29042 | $3,500 | $7,430 | $37,800 | $71,400 | $134,900 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
How are property tax bills calculated in Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina?
Property tax bills in Denmark are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local tax rates are applied to that assessed value to determine the amount due, so homeowners with higher assessed values generally pay more. Factors such as the home’s location, property characteristics, and any exemptions can affect the final bill.
For Denmark homeowners, the median home price is $37,800, and the typical property tax bill is $465 in ZIP code 29042. That is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely, though, with the 25th percentile at $104 and the 75th percentile at $1,087.
Because property taxes are tied to assessed value, changes in a home’s assessment can directly affect what a homeowner pays each year.
Median Denmark Tax Bill
$465
Median Bamberg County Tax Bill
$565
Median South Carolina Tax Bill
$1,227
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Denmark, Bamberg County, South Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29042 | $70 | $104 | $465 | $1,087 | $1,960 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | September 1 |
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| Bamberg Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |