10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Louisiana
If you are comparing property taxes across Louisiana, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Orleans Parish, comes in at 0.82% — 0.27% higher than the Louisiana average (0.55%). The statewide effective rate is 0.55%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orleans Parish | 0.82% | $2,428 | $296,400 |
| 2 | St. Tammany Parish | 0.74% | $2,005 | $272,200 |
| 3 | Bossier Parish | 0.64% | $1,380 | $215,100 |
| 4 | East Baton Rouge Parish | 0.64% | $1,547 | $241,800 |
| 5 | Grant Parish | 0.64% | $864 | $135,900 |
| 6 | Caddo Parish | 0.61% | $1,081 | $175,900 |
| 7 | West Baton Rouge Parish | 0.59% | $1,336 | $225,900 |
| 8 | St. Charles Parish | 0.57% | $1,475 | $256,800 |
| 9 | Rapides Parish | 0.57% | $1,024 | $179,100 |
| 10 | Lafayette Parish | 0.57% | $1,329 | $234,200 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Louisiana often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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