Get Sc Motor Vehicle High-mileage Discount Appeal - Charleston County 2019-2025

The median millage rate in Charleston County in 2021 is 0.253, so for a quick estimation multiply your assessed rate by ¼.

To qualify for the special 4% property tax assessment ratio, the owner of the property must have actually owned and occupied the residence as his legal residence and been occupying that address for some period during the applicable tax year. Only an owner-occupant is eligible to apply for the 4% special assessment.

Taxpayers may appeal the appraised value of a vehicle for high mileage if the vehicle averages over 15,000 miles, annually, based on the age of the vehicle (total miles divided by age of vehicle).

South Carolina taxpayers ages 65 and older do not need to file a state income tax return in most cases. If your gross income is less than the federal gross income filing requirement, you shouldn't be required to file a SC state return. In addition, Social Security benefits are not taxed by the state of South Carolina.

In 1972, the S.C. General Assembly passed the Homestead Exemption Law which provides real estate property tax relief for South Carolinians who are age 65 and over, totally and permanently disabled, or legally blind. The exemption excludes the first $50,000 from the fair market value of your legal residence.

How do I apply for a high mileage discount on my vehicle? To apply for a high mileage appeal, mail or bring in a signed statement with exact mileage to the Auditor's Office before the due date.

Homestead Exemption The S.C. Homestead Tax-Exemption Program is for homeowners who are age 65 or older, and/or totally disabled, and/or totally blind as of December 31 preceding the tax year of the exemption. The program exempts up to $50,000 of the value of the home including up to five contiguous acres of property.