What is the property tax rate in Lafayette, LA?

Lafayette has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.58%. On a median home valued at $251,300, homeowners pay approximately $1,455 per year in property taxes.

How does Lafayette compare to Lafayette Parish?

Lafayette's effective rate of 0.58% is 2% higher than the Lafayette Parish average of 0.57%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,380, while Lafayette homeowners pay an estimated $1,455.

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

Based on Lafayette's effective rate of 0.58%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,740 per year, or about $145 per month.

Lafayette Property Tax Rate

Lafayette Parish, Louisiana

0.58%effective rate

Lafayette is located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. Homeowners in Lafayette pay a median of $1,455 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $251,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.58%. This is 2% higher than the Lafayette Parish average of 0.57%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.58%

vs 0.57% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,455

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$251,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

121,537

Lafayette, LA

How Lafayette Compares

Lafayette

0.58%

Lafayette Parish Average

0.57%

Louisiana Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Lafayette

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,740

$145/month · Rate: 0.58%

Lafayette 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.