What is the property tax rate in Lake Charles, LA?

Lake Charles has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.34%. On a median home valued at $204,000, homeowners pay approximately $692 per year in property taxes.

How does Lake Charles compare to Calcasieu Parish?

Lake Charles's effective rate of 0.34% is 24% lower than the Calcasieu Parish average of 0.45%. The county-wide median annual tax is $968, while Lake Charles homeowners pay an estimated $692.

How much are property taxes in Lake Charles on a $300,000 home?

Based on Lake Charles's effective rate of 0.34%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,020 per year, or about $85 per month.

Lake Charles Property Tax Rate

Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana

0.34%effective rate

Lake Charles is located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. Homeowners in Lake Charles pay a median of $692 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $204,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.34%. This is 24% lower than the Calcasieu Parish average of 0.45%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.34%

vs 0.45% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$692

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$204,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

81,679

Lake Charles, LA

How Lake Charles Compares

Lake Charles

0.34%

Calcasieu Parish Average

0.45%

Louisiana Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Lake Charles

Property taxes in Lake Charles are collected by Calcasieu Parish. Tax exemptions available to Calcasieu Parish residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Lake Charles. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Calcasieu Parish property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,020

$85/month · Rate: 0.34%

Calcasieu Parish Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.