South Carolina Mortgage Calculator by State
State-seeded defaults for property tax and insurance in South Carolina. Edit assumptions to match county quotes.
South Carolina defaults (editable seeds)
Demand rank: #2 (Redfin Q4 2025 net inflow: 17,651)
Property tax rate seed: 0.55% (range 0.39%–0.72%).
Annual property tax prefill: $2,200 based on an assumed $400,000 home value.
Home insurance seed: $3,205/year (range $2,400–$4,000).
State note: High inbound demand with wide local variation. Prompt users to verify county taxes and coastal insurance assumptions.
Defaults are directional. Replace with county assessor values and carrier quotes.
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Estimate Disclaimer
Estimates only. Results are based on your inputs and may not reflect final loan terms, taxes, insurance, HOA dues, PMI rules, lender fees, or escrow adjustments. Confirm final numbers with your lender, servicer, and local tax/insurance sources before making financial decisions.
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Assumptions
- Estimate only. Excludes escrow shortages, lender fees, and refinance costs.
- For adjustable rate, future rates are user-entered assumptions.
- PMI uses original home value and stops when LTV reaches chosen threshold (default 78%).
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FAQ
Are these South Carolina defaults exact?
No. They are editable seed assumptions for state-level planning and can vary by county, property, and insurer.
How is property tax prefilled?
Prefill uses the state default tax rate applied to a $400,000 home value for quick scenario testing.
Should I include insurance in affordability?
Yes. Include insurance, taxes, HOA, and PMI where applicable to estimate realistic monthly housing cost.
Where do I verify final numbers?
Confirm county tax rates and real insurance quotes before lender decisions.