Lincoln Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 9,814.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln Parish is $975, which is 33% higher than the Louisiana state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $195,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$975
+33% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$195,500
+21% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
+19% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,344
$112/mo
Without Mortgage
$617
$51/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 | $975 +11.3% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $876 +20.5% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $727 +4.2% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $698 -12.9% | 0.46% |
| 2019 | $801 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$38,035
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Madison Parish
Tax: $208/yr Rate: 0.23%
St. Helena Parish
Tax: $448/yr Rate: 0.42%
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
LaSalle Parish
Tax: $578/yr Rate: 0.42%
Allen Parish
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.18%
Webster Parish
Tax: $402/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln Parish is $975 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $195,500.
How does Lincoln Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln Parish are 49% 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 Lincoln Parish? ▼
In Lincoln Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,344 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $617. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln Parish represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $38,035. 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.