Jackson Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 3,943.
The median annual property tax in Jackson Parish is $354, which is 52% lower than the Louisiana state average and 82% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $107,400. Property taxes represent 0.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$354
-52% vs State
-82% vs US
Median Home Value
$107,400
-34% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.33%
-21% vs State
-65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$528
$44/mo
Without Mortgage
$314
$26/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 | $354 -5.9% | 0.33% |
| 2022 | $376 +12.2% | 0.36% |
| 2021 | $335 +0.0% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $335 +0.3% | 0.39% |
| 2019 | $334 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,345
per year
Monthly Tax
$30
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
Rapides Parish
Tax: $1,024/yr Rate: 0.57%
De Soto Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.31%
St. Charles Parish
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.57%
Pointe Coupee Parish
Tax: $491/yr Rate: 0.28%
St. Martin Parish
Tax: $610/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson Parish is $354 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $107,400.
How does Jackson Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson Parish are 82% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson Parish? ▼
In Jackson Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $528 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $314. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson Parish represent approximately 0.8% of the median household income of $43,345. 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.