Catahoula Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 2,337.
The median annual property tax in Catahoula Parish is $257, which is 65% lower than the Louisiana state average and 87% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $88,000. Property taxes represent 0.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$257
-65% vs State
-87% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,000
-46% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.29%
-31% vs State
-69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$314
$26/mo
Without Mortgage
$199
$17/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 | $257 -2.3% | 0.29% |
| 2022 | $263 +2.3% | 0.29% |
| 2021 | $257 -6.2% | 0.30% |
| 2020 | $274 +11.4% | 0.30% |
| 2019 | $246 | 0.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,753
per year
Monthly Tax
$21
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Terrebonne Parish
Tax: $852/yr Rate: 0.45%
East Feliciana Parish
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.15%
Lincoln Parish
Tax: $975/yr Rate: 0.50%
West Feliciana Parish
Tax: $1,359/yr Rate: 0.52%
St. John the Baptist Parish
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.45%
Tensas Parish
Tax: $232/yr Rate: 0.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Catahoula Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Catahoula Parish is $257 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $88,000.
How does Catahoula Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Catahoula Parish are 87% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Catahoula Parish? ▼
In Catahoula Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $314 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $199. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Catahoula Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Catahoula Parish represent approximately 0.5% of the median household income of $47,753. 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.