East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 103,597.
The median annual property tax in East Baton Rouge Parish is $1,547, which is 111% higher than the Louisiana state average and 20% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $241,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,547
+111% vs State
-20% vs US
Median Home Value
$241,800
+49% vs State
+14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
+52% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,749
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,209
$101/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 | $1,547 +3.9% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,489 +9.4% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,361 +8.2% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $1,258 +6.3% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $1,183 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,075
per year
Monthly Tax
$129
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Allen Parish
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.18%
Morehouse Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.43%
Red River Parish
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.54%
Jefferson Parish
Tax: $1,265/yr Rate: 0.52%
Madison Parish
Tax: $208/yr Rate: 0.23%
Ouachita Parish
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in East Baton Rouge Parish is $1,547 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $241,800.
How does East Baton Rouge Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in East Baton Rouge Parish are 20% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in East Baton Rouge Parish? ▼
In East Baton Rouge Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,749 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,209. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in East Baton Rouge Parish? ▼
Property taxes in East Baton Rouge Parish represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $63,075. 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.