What is the property tax rate in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana?

Jefferson Davis Parish has an effective property tax rate of 0.29%. On a home valued at $150,800, homeowners pay approximately $442 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Jefferson Davis Parish?

The median annual property tax payment in Jefferson Davis Parish is $442. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $927, while those without a mortgage pay $263.

How does Jefferson Davis Parish compare to other counties in Louisiana?

Jefferson Davis Parish ranks #56 out of 64 counties in Louisiana for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 0.29% is 47% lower than the Louisiana average of 0.55%.

Jefferson Davis Parish Property Tax Rate

Louisiana

0.29%effective rate

Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.29%, which is 68% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $150,800, homeowners pay approximately $442 per year in property taxes. Jefferson Davis Parish ranks #56 out of 64 counties in Louisiana for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$442

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$150,800

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

0.77%

Median income: $57,341

State Rank📍

#56

of 64 counties in LA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$927

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$263

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Jefferson Davis Parish pay on average $664 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Jefferson Davis Parish Compares

Jefferson Davis Parish

0.29%

Louisiana Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

Top Counties in Louisiana

Orleans Parish

0.83%

St. Tammany Parish

0.71%

East Baton Rouge Parish

0.67%

Bossier Parish

0.64%

West Feliciana Parish

0.63%

Caddo Parish

0.62%

St. Helena Parish

0.61%

Grant Parish

0.60%

Louisiana Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Jefferson Davis Parish homeowners

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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

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Estimate your annual property tax in Jefferson Davis Parish

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$870

$73/month · Rate: 0.29%

Quick Facts

Population31,924

Owner-Occupied65.4%

National Rank#3084 of 3,135

Median Income$57,341

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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.