What is the property tax rate in Monroe, LA?

Monroe has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.45%. On a median home valued at $174,800, homeowners pay approximately $786 per year in property taxes.

How does Monroe compare to Ouachita Parish?

Monroe's effective rate of 0.45% is 17% lower than the Ouachita Parish average of 0.54%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,054, while Monroe homeowners pay an estimated $786.

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

Based on Monroe's effective rate of 0.45%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,350 per year, or about $113 per month.

Monroe Property Tax Rate

Ouachita Parish, Louisiana

0.45%effective rate

Monroe is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. Homeowners in Monroe pay a median of $786 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $174,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.45%. This is 17% lower than the Ouachita Parish average of 0.54%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.45%

vs 0.54% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$786

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$174,800

2024 estimate

Population📍

47,241

Monroe, LA

How Monroe Compares

Monroe

0.45%

Ouachita Parish Average

0.54%

Louisiana Average

0.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Monroe

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,350

$113/month · Rate: 0.45%

Ouachita 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.