Ascension Parish Property Tax Rate
Louisiana
Ascension Parish, Louisiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.54%, which is 41% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $279,600, homeowners pay approximately $1,519 per year in property taxes. Ascension Parish ranks #12 out of 64 counties in Louisiana for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 21.6% while home values gained 24.7%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Prairieville, where the median annual bill is $1,901.
$1,519
Per year
$279,600
2024 estimate
1.66%
Median income: $91,549
#12
of 64 counties in LA
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,667
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,075
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Ascension Parish pay on average $592 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Ascension Parish Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Ascension Parish rose 21.6% (from $1,249 to $1,519), while the median home value climbed 24.7%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.56% to 0.54% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,249 | $224,300 | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,290 | $228,000 | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,421 | $255,600 | 0.56% |
| 2023 | $1,419 | $265,300 | 0.53% |
| 2024 | $1,519 | $279,600 | 0.54% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Louisiana Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Ascension Parish homeowners
General Homestead
First $7,500 of assessed value (equivalent to $75,000 of market value)
Primary residence owners; Louisiana resident
Over 65 Assessment Freeze
Assessed value frozen at current level
Homeowners age 65+ with adjusted gross income of $100,000 or less
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.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,620
$135/month · Rate: 0.54%
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Explore property tax data for 1 city in Ascension Parish, Louisiana.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Prairieville | $1,901 | 0.63% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.