What is the property tax rate in Metairie, LA?

Metairie has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.56%. On a median home valued at $308,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,740 per year in property taxes.

How does Metairie compare to Jefferson Parish?

Metairie's effective rate of 0.56% is 8% higher than the Jefferson Parish average of 0.52%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,312, while Metairie homeowners pay an estimated $1,740.

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

Based on Metairie's effective rate of 0.56%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,680 per year, or about $140 per month.

Metairie Property Tax Rate

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana

0.56%effective rate

Metairie is located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Homeowners in Metairie pay a median of $1,740 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $308,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.56%. This is 8% higher than the Jefferson Parish average of 0.52%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.56%

vs 0.52% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,740

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$308,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

138,995

Metairie, LA

How Metairie Compares

Metairie

0.56%

Jefferson Parish Average

0.52%

Louisiana Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Jefferson Parish

Compare property tax rates for 4 cities in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Metairie	138,995	$1,740	0.56%
Terrytown	25,844	$957	0.45%
Kenner	65,113	$924	0.38%
Marrero	31,866	$589	0.34%

About Property Taxes in Metairie

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,680

$140/month · Rate: 0.56%

Jefferson Parish Property Taxes

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Louisiana 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.