Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 6,057.
The median annual property tax in Plaquemines Parish is $1,275, which is 74% higher than the Louisiana state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $275,800. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,275
+74% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$275,800
+70% vs State
+30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
+10% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,438
$120/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,081
$90/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 | $1,275 +4.2% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $1,224 +10.9% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $1,104 +24.6% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $886 -7.1% | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $954 | 0.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,874
per year
Monthly Tax
$106
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Tangipahoa Parish
Tax: $887/yr Rate: 0.43%
Bossier Parish
Tax: $1,380/yr Rate: 0.64%
West Carroll Parish
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.20%
Caddo Parish
Tax: $1,081/yr Rate: 0.61%
Jackson Parish
Tax: $354/yr Rate: 0.33%
East Carroll Parish
Tax: $251/yr Rate: 0.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Plaquemines Parish is $1,275 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $275,800.
How does Plaquemines Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Plaquemines Parish are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Plaquemines Parish? ▼
In Plaquemines Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,438 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,081. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Plaquemines Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Plaquemines Parish represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $82,874. 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.