St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Louisiana. Population: 11,084.
The median annual property tax in St. Bernard Parish is $976, which is 33% higher than the Louisiana state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $192,100. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$976
+33% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$192,100
+19% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
+21% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,007
$84/mo
Without Mortgage
$891
$74/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 | $976 +5.2% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $928 +14.3% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $812 -3.7% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $843 +14.9% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $734 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,638
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Louisiana
Union Parish
Tax: $470/yr Rate: 0.41%
LaSalle Parish
Tax: $578/yr Rate: 0.42%
Jackson Parish
Tax: $354/yr Rate: 0.33%
Claiborne Parish
Tax: $304/yr Rate: 0.37%
St. John the Baptist Parish
Tax: $829/yr Rate: 0.45%
Franklin Parish
Tax: $378/yr Rate: 0.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana? ▼
The median annual property tax in St. Bernard Parish is $976 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $192,100.
How does St. Bernard Parish property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in St. Bernard Parish are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in St. Bernard Parish? ▼
In St. Bernard Parish, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,007 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $891. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in St. Bernard Parish? ▼
Property taxes in St. Bernard Parish represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $57,638. 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.