Lafourche Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 29,285.
The median annual property tax in Lafourche Parish is $951, which is 30% higher than the Louisiana state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $190,800. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$951
+30% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,800
+18% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
+19% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,250
$104/mo
Without Mortgage
$640
$53/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 | $951 +11.4% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $854 +8.5% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $787 +7.1% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $735 +10.4% | 0.46% |
| 2019 | $666 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,439
per year
Monthly Tax
$79
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
St. Charles Parish
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.57%
Winn Parish
Tax: $323/yr Rate: 0.31%
Madison Parish
Tax: $208/yr Rate: 0.23%
Terrebonne Parish
Tax: $852/yr Rate: 0.45%
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
St. James Parish
Tax: $1,043/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lafourche Parish is $951 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $190,800.
How does Lafourche Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lafourche Parish are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lafourche Parish? ▼
In Lafourche Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,250 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $640. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lafourche Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Lafourche Parish represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $63,439. 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.