Lafayette Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 65,678.
The median annual property tax in Lafayette Parish is $1,329, which is 82% higher than the Louisiana state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $234,200. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,329
+82% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$234,200
+45% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+36% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,458
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,087
$91/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 | $1,329 +6.7% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,246 +8.5% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,148 +6.2% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,081 +4.2% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $1,037 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,660
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Jefferson Davis Parish
Tax: $409/yr Rate: 0.28%
Vernon Parish
Tax: $776/yr Rate: 0.54%
Orleans Parish
Tax: $2,428/yr Rate: 0.82%
Catahoula Parish
Tax: $257/yr Rate: 0.29%
Concordia Parish
Tax: $393/yr Rate: 0.38%
Vermilion Parish
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lafayette Parish is $1,329 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $234,200.
How does Lafayette Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette Parish are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lafayette Parish? ▼
In Lafayette Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,458 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,087. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lafayette Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette Parish represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $67,660. 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.