Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 55,624.
The median annual property tax in Calcasieu Parish is $926, which is 27% higher than the Louisiana state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $208,500. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$926
+27% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$208,500
+29% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
+5% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,191
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$628
$52/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $926 +4.5% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $886 +5.0% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $844 +8.9% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $775 +5.6% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $734 | 0.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,849
per year
Monthly Tax
$77
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
Allen Parish
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.18%
Franklin Parish
Tax: $378/yr Rate: 0.32%
Union Parish
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.41%
East Carroll Parish
Tax: $251/yr Rate: 0.29%
Claiborne Parish
Tax: $304/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calcasieu Parish is $926 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $208,500.
How does Calcasieu Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calcasieu Parish are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calcasieu Parish? ▼
In Calcasieu Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,191 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $628. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calcasieu Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Calcasieu Parish represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $67,849. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.