Orleans Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 78,376.
The median annual property tax in Orleans Parish is $2,428, which is 232% higher than the Louisiana state average and 26% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $296,400. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,428
+232% vs State
+26% vs US
Median Home Value
$296,400
+83% vs State
+40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+95% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,859
$238/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,735
$145/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 | $2,428 +9.1% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $2,226 +14.3% | 0.79% |
| 2021 | $1,947 +4.2% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $1,868 +4.4% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,790 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,339
per year
Monthly Tax
$202
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Jackson Parish
Tax: $354/yr Rate: 0.33%
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
Ouachita Parish
Tax: $1,016/yr Rate: 0.56%
Morehouse Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.43%
Iberia Parish
Tax: $547/yr Rate: 0.35%
Vernon Parish
Tax: $776/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Orleans Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Orleans Parish is $2,428 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $296,400.
How does Orleans Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Orleans Parish are 26% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Orleans Parish? ▼
In Orleans Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,859 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,735. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Orleans Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Orleans Parish represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $55,339. 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.