Sabine Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 6,815.
The median annual property tax in Sabine Parish is $495, which is 32% lower than the Louisiana state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $129,400. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$495
-32% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,400
-20% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-10% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$631
$53/mo
Without Mortgage
$374
$31/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 | $495 -1.6% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $503 +47.1% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $342 +31.0% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $261 -14.4% | 0.30% |
| 2019 | $305 | 0.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,047
per year
Monthly Tax
$41
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Natchitoches Parish
Tax: $766/yr Rate: 0.47%
St. Tammany Parish
Tax: $2,005/yr Rate: 0.74%
Rapides Parish
Tax: $1,024/yr Rate: 0.57%
Grant Parish
Tax: $864/yr Rate: 0.64%
Morehouse Parish
Tax: $467/yr Rate: 0.43%
Lafayette Parish
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sabine Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sabine Parish is $495 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $129,400.
How does Sabine Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sabine Parish are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sabine Parish? ▼
In Sabine Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $631 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $374. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sabine Parish? ▼
Property taxes in Sabine Parish represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $52,047. 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.