ZIP Code 29449

In ZIP code 29449, near Charleston, homes carry a median value of $409,500, yet the county-level effective property tax rate sits at just 0.39%, yielding an annual bill that stays low against that price. Households here earn a median of $56,929, with per-capita income at $37,121, so the gap between earnings and home prices is wide. The property tax itself remains a minor yearly cost, though a 9.00% combined sales tax adds to everyday expenses. Buyers stretching to enter this market should weigh the steep purchase price against the lighter recurring tax load.