What is the property tax rate in Louisiana?

Louisiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.55%, ranking it #40 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $1,180 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Louisiana?

Property taxes in Louisiana are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.55%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Louisiana has the lowest property taxes?

Among Louisiana's 64 counties, Winn Parish has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Louisiana have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Louisiana offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Over 65 Assessment Freeze, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Louisiana Property Tax Rate

64 Counties

0.55%effective rate

Louisiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.55%, ranking it #40 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Louisiana pays $1,180 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $216,500. This rate is 40% lower than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.55%

#40 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,180

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$216,500

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 4,611,961

Property Tax Rates by County in Louisiana

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Orleans Parish	0.83%	$2,606	$315,700
#2	St. Tammany Parish	0.71%	$2,028	$284,000
#3	East Baton Rouge Parish	0.67%	$1,656	$248,800
#4	Bossier Parish	0.64%	$1,445	$227,200
#5	West Feliciana Parish	0.63%	$1,556	$245,700
#6	Caddo Parish	0.62%	$1,085	$175,700
#7	St. Helena Parish	0.61%	$469	$77,300
#8	Grant Parish	0.60%	$862	$143,300
#9	St. Charles Parish	0.59%	$1,562	$263,700
#10	Lafayette Parish	0.57%	$1,380	$242,900
#11	Rapides Parish	0.55%	$1,000	$181,100
#12	Ascension Parish	0.54%	$1,519	$279,600
#13	Lafourche Parish	0.54%	$1,038	$193,900
#14	Ouachita Parish	0.54%	$1,054	$194,400
#15	West Baton Rouge Parish	0.54%	$1,251	$229,900
#16	St. James Parish	0.53%	$1,113	$211,800
#17	Vernon Parish	0.53%	$819	$156,000
#18	Jefferson Parish	0.52%	$1,312	$251,400
#19	Plaquemines Parish	0.50%	$1,427	$282,900
#20	St. Bernard Parish	0.47%	$961	$202,500

How Louisiana Compares

Louisiana

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Louisiana

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State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,650

$138/month · Rate: 0.55%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.55%

Louisiana Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

First $7,500 of assessed value (equivalent to $75,000 of market value)

Primary residence owners; Louisiana resident

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Over 65 Assessment Freeze

Assessed value frozen at current level

Homeowners age 65+ with adjusted gross income of $100,000 or less

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Disabled Veteran

Full exemption for 100% disabled veterans; additional $7,500 assessed value for partially disabled veterans

Veterans with service-connected disability

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Louisiana?

Property tax bills are generally mailed in November and are due in full by December 31, with no installment option in most parishes. Unpaid taxes become delinquent January 1.

Annual payment

December 31

Delinquent January 1

If you pay late: Delinquent taxes bear interest at 1% per month (non-compounding) from the day after the due date until paid.

See how Louisiana compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Arkansas

0.55%

Mississippi

0.72%

Texas

1.49%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.